Church of the Sacred Heart, Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield
MakerMade by
John J. McMahon
(American, 1875 - 1958)
Date1938
MediumPhotostats on paper
DimensionsSheet (height x width): 16 1/2 x 24 3/4in. (41.9 x 62.9cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Paul R. McMahon, Jr.
Object number2003.29.29.1-.10
DescriptionDesigns for an Italianate church include a basement floor plan, a main floor plan, a gallery and ceiling plan, plans showing roof construction, a rear elevation, a front elevation, a south side elevation, and several sections. The building includes a sanctuary, vestibule, baptistery, sacristy, side chapels, nave and choir gallery. Steel beams support the tower, belfy, and deck. There is a slate roof; louvered dormers; and pitch, felt and slag roofing. Details include steel and iron stairs and radiator recesses. Several plans show the arrangement of trusses supporting the roof.
Status
Not on view
