Church of the Holy Trinity, Philadelphia

The Church of the Holy Trinity, located on Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia, is an Episcopal church with historical significance. The church's architectural design can be credited to the Scottish architect John Notma, and it hosted its first service on March 27, 1859. In 1867, an additional corner tower was constructed, and this expansion was overseen by George W. Hewitt, who was associated with the firm Fraser, Furness & Hewitt. Notably, this church follows a more straightforward architectural style known as the "low church," as opposed to the ornate "high church" or Anglo-Catholic style seen in Notman's nearby Saint Marks Episcopal Church.

During the years 1862 to 1869, the church was led by Phillips Brooks, a prominent figure best known for penning the lyrics of the well-known Christmas carol "O Little Town of Bethlehem." Brooks was celebrated for his spirited sermons and unwavering stance against slavery. On April 23, 1865, in the wake of the assassination of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln on April 14, Brooks delivered a eulogy for Lincoln in the church. This sermon gained widespread recognition and was widely circulated.

In addition to its historical and cultural significance, the Church of the Holy Trinity in Philadelphia is renowned for its remarkable stained-glass windows. Among these, five were crafted by Louis Comfort Tiffany, and one was designed by Luc-Olivier Merson. This church was recognized for its historical importance when it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.