LAKELAND, Fla. — Over the hills of Florida Southern’s campus, the Annie Pfeiffer Chapel stands as the cornerstone of renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s legacy.
What You Need To Know
- Florida Southern is working to preserve the historic Annie Pfeiffer Chapel, a 1941 Frank Lloyd Wright structure that has suffered water damage over time
- The college filed a lawsuit against Tremco CPG, claiming the roofing materials and installation from a 2011 project led to significant leaks
- Restoration efforts are ongoing, with most of the chapel repaired using modern materials
“This is an example of probably the best block work in his career,” resident Architect Jeffery Baker said.
Baker says the chapel, built in 1941, is a testament to Wright’s ability to design extraordinary structures that can withstand Florida’s weather. But over time, he says, parts of the building have become difficult to maintain…