Wayfarers Chapel - The National Memorial to Emanuel Swedenborg dedicated to the glory of God.

Wayfarers Chapel and Ministry Services
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Wayfarers Chapel - The Glass Church sponsored by the Swedenborgian Church designed by Lloyd Wright, son of the renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright.






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Community Relations

The Wayfarers Chapel is dedicated to serving the community. The Chapel offers the public exciting opportunities to experience this National Historical Place. Through community support, the Chapel legacy is preserved for generations to come.

Remembrance and Memorial Gifts

The Chapel invites you to make a Memorial Gift to honor and pay tribute to a friend or loved one. Through such a gift, you are also enhancing the beauty of the gardens and grounds for the enjoyment of all wayfarers. For more information, go to Memorial Giving.

Special Events

The Wayfarers Chapel proudly presents our special events series of critically acclaimed concerts, lectures and plays. Check our web site and click on ‘What’s New’ for upcoming events. Tickets can be purchased over the phone 310-377-1650 Ext. 2 or in person at and the Vistors Center (open daily 10am-5pm).The popular Wayfarers Annual Art Show takes place the last Sunday of April.

All photos, video and audio recording of Chapel Events are prohibited and must have prior written approval.

Tour Groups

Many visitors come to the Wayfarers Chapel every year. Guided group tours of the Chapel and grounds may be arranged Monday through Friday by calling the Visitors Center at 310-377-1650 Ext. 2. Click here for more information about the Visitors Center.

Movie, TV & Commercial Use

The Wayfarers Chapel appears in many movies and televisions shows including a wedding scene for the “OC’s” final episode of 2007. Site and location managers are welcome to visit and explore the use of the Chapel and grounds for film, television and commercial use. To obtain filming information, please contact the Community Relations Director at 310-377-1650 Ext. 3.

Photography and Videography

Everyone is welcome to take pictures and video for personal use.  Any professional photography or videography must have prior authorization. If you and your photographer are interested in taking professional photos on our grounds then you will need a reservation. Reservations can be made one week in advance and can be booked for up to 30 minutes. We also ask that you follow these photo guidelines: no wedding attire, no photos in the chapel, no weekend shoots and we suggest you make a chapel donation of $50.00 at the Visitor Center. (If you have reserved a wedding here at Wayfarers chapel and are taking engagement photo; then the donation will be waived.) For professional photo reservations call 310-377-1650 Ext. 2.

All photos, video and audio recordings of Chapel Events as are prohibited and must have prior written approval. 

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Palm Sunday Pageant (outside)


March 28, 2010
10:00 am

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Holy Thursday Service


April 1, 2010
7:00 pm

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Good Friday meditation


April 2, 2010
12:00 pmto3:00 pm

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Easter Sunrise Service (outside)


April 4, 2010
6:00 am

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Easter Worship Services at 9am, 10am, 11am


April 4, 2010
9:00 amto12:00 pm

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Wayfarers Chapel - Many visit the Glass Chapel and its gardens to pray, to meditate, to seek spiritual renewal and to feel the presence of God and the angels.
Wayfarers Chapel - Our Visitors Center and Gift Shop offers angel items, spirituality books, Swedenborg's writings on God and Jesus Christ, plus wedding, baptism, memorial, worship and prayer information.