Tiffany Windows Boston

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Sara from Boston

Hi, I’m Sara. I am a traveler—one who strives to savor every moment, explores with the hope of seeing places through the eyes of those who call them home, and always carries a book. I’ve lived in the US for about seven years, with the last four spent in Boston MA, which I now call home. My curiosity for discovering new places, flavors, and cultures has taken me to many countries over ...
"Arlington Street Church in Boston houses the world's largest themed collection of Tiffany stained glass windows — an unmistakeble artistic marvel."

As I wandered through the streets, letting my feet guide me as they always do, something unexpected caught my eye—the massive window of a church I pass by every day, glowing brilliantly in the sunlight. I took a closer look and realized I wasn’t mistaken—it was a Tiffany window.

My fascination with Tiffany dates back to my teenage years. There was always something soothing about reading my book under the soft glow of the small Tiffany lamp in our home.

Intrigued, I looked closer and realized all the windows were Tiffany creations. I had to see them up close. A friendly staff member welcomed me and offered a brochure. Arlington Street Church offers inexpensive self-guided tours during the daytime. Guided tours were available, and children under 12 could enter free with a paying adult.

Arlington Street Church has the largest collection of Tiffany stained glass windows with one theme in the world. In 1898, the church commissioned Louis Comfort Tiffany to create a series of 20 stained glass windows with a unified theme. The project continued until 1929, but only 16 windows were completed before the company declared bankruptcy during the Great Depression, leaving four spaces empty. Inside, you’ll also come across these window spaces. Tiffany’s mastery of glasswork is nothing short of extraordinary. The colors, the intricate details, and the innovative techniques make each window a breathtaking work of art.

If you ever find yourself in Boston, make sure to stop by Arlington Street Church. Missing it would be a true regret.

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Hi, I’m Sara. I am a traveler—one who strives to savor every moment, explores with the hope of seeing places through the eyes of those who call them home, and always carries a book. I’ve lived in the US for about seven years, with the last four spent in Boston MA, which I now call home. My curiosity for discovering new places, flavors, and cultures has taken me to many countries over the past 15 years. When exploring, I gravitate toward the spots favoured by locals. I love wandering on foot, letting my steps guide me wherever they may. I’m a flaneur at heart. My passions include s...

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