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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:church
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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5
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:The_Baha'i_House_of_Worship
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gptkbp:accessibility
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accessible to all visitors
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gptkbp:affiliation
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gptkb:church
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gptkbp:architect
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gptkb:Louis_Bourgeois
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gptkbp:architectural_style
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Geometric
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gptkbp:area
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approximately 9 acres
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gptkbp:artistic_influence
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influenced by Islamic architecture
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gptkbp:artwork
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features Baha'i-inspired art
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gptkbp:community
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hosts spiritual gatherings
serves the Baha'i community in the U. S.
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gptkbp:community_events
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hosts community events throughout the year
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gptkbp:community_involvement
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outreach to local communities
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gptkbp:community_role
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center for Baha'i activities
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gptkbp:community_service
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engages in community service projects
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gptkbp:completed
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1953
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gptkbp:constructed_in
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gptkb:1921
1953
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gptkbp:cultural_significance
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represents religious tolerance
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gptkbp:design
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nine-sided structure
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gptkbp:educational_programs
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offers educational programs
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gptkbp:environment
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sustainable landscaping
surrounding gardens
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gptkbp:events
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hosts various interfaith events
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gptkbp:function
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gptkb:church
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gptkbp:height
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approximately 60 feet
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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important site for Baha'is worldwide
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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First Baha'i House of Worship in the United States
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gptkbp:inspiration
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inspired by the Baha'i teachings
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gptkbp:landmark
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gptkb:memorial
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gptkbp:landscape
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designed by landscape architect.
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gptkbp:language
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promotes interfaith dialogue
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gptkbp:location
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gptkb:Wilmette,_Illinois
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gptkbp:material
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concrete and glass
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gptkbp:music
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hosts musical performances
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gptkbp:opening_ceremony
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May 1, 1953
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gptkbp:publishes
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produces publications on Baha'i teachings
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gptkbp:purpose
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promote unity and peace
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gptkbp:significance
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gptkb:first_Baha'i_House_of_Worship_in_the_Western_Hemisphere
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gptkbp:style
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gptkb:church
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gptkbp:symbolism
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symbol of Baha'i Faith
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gptkbp:tourist_attraction
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popular tourist destination.
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gptkbp:visitors
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attracts thousands annually
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gptkbp:volunteer_opportunities
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supported by volunteers
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