The architecture of Unity Temple represents a dramatic departure from customary design for a house of worship, even by modern standards. Frank Lloyd Wright designed this structure almost 100 years ago specifically to "not merely create a religious structure, but one that fitly embodies the principles of liberal religion for which this church stands... unity, truth, beauty, simplicity, freedom and reason."
There are very specific reasons why the building was designed and constructed in such a unique manner. The links below provide historical and contemporary information about the design philosophy, use, and restoration of the building.
Unity Temple Restoration Foundation
Unity Temple Restoration Foundation was founded in 1973 with the mission to continually restore and preserve Unity Temple, Frank Lloyd Wright's earliest masterpiece of modern architecture. Learn more at the UTRF web site.
Unity Temple Concert Series
A unique series of concerts held in Unity Temple for over 30 years, with proceeds benefiting the temple's restoration.
The New Edifice of Unity Church (PDF, 1.2 MB)
Learn more about the history and philosophy of the design of Unity Temple. Read through this reproduction of this 1906 brochure by Dr. Rodney F. Johonnot, which features original Frank Lloyd Wright plans and drawings.
Please note: Because Unitarian Universalism is a dynamic, continually evolving, religious tradition, some statements in this brochure represent the prevailing philosophy of the congregation in 1906 and are not necessarily representative of current Unitarian Universalist thinking.
In recognition of its historical and architectural significance, the U.S. Department of the Interior designated Unity Temple a National Historic Landmark in 1971.
Unity Temple is available for concerts, community events, and weddings on a limited basis. More information on renting the building for such an event is available here.
