Rothko Chapel
The Rothko Chapel, built in 1971, is an interfaith chapel commissioned by the de Menils. The entrance-way contains holy books from various religious traditions that may be used in the chapel. The space is sky-lit, with kneeling mats, prayer benches, and meditation cushions. The walls are covered with several large paintings. The Rothko Chapel is an independent, non-profit organization.
South of the entrance is a reflecting pool with the sculpture Broken Obelisk by Barnett Newman, installed here in memory of Martin Luther King, Jr.
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