the MIT Chapel

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:chapel
gptkbp:affiliation gptkb:Massachusetts_Institute_of_Technology
gptkbp:architect gptkb:Eero_Saarinen
gptkbp:artwork various art installations
gptkbp:capacity approximately 300 people
gptkbp:community_use open to the public
gptkbp:completed gptkb:1955
gptkbp:events gptkb:lectures
art exhibitions
cultural events
recitals
gptkbp:features gptkb:stained_glass_windows
gptkbp:function gptkb:concerts
gptkb:cultural_venue
memorial services
religious services
gptkbp:height approximately 30 feet
gptkbp:historical_significance important for MIT community
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label the MIT Chapel
gptkbp:inspiration influenced by Scandinavian architecture
inspired by traditional chapels
gptkbp:interior_features minimalist
gptkbp:landmark gptkb:historical_landmark
gptkbp:landscape designed by Dan Kiley
gptkbp:length approximately 120 feet
gptkbp:lighting natural light
gptkbp:location gptkb:Cambridge,_Massachusetts
gptkbp:material concrete
gptkbp:notable_event gptkb:MIT_Commencement_ceremonies
gptkbp:notable_feature symbol of peace
tranquil atmosphere
community gathering place
intimate setting
simple geometric forms
spiritual space
reflective space
integrated with landscape
unique roof structure
venue for remembrance
venue for celebration
venue for connection
venue for contemplation
venue for meditation
venue for personal reflection
gptkbp:renovation 2010 renovation
gptkbp:sound_design notable for its acoustics
gptkbp:style gptkb:Modernist
gptkbp:surroundings MIT campus
gptkbp:visitors gptkb:alumni
tourists
students and faculty
gptkbp:width approximately 60 feet
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Eero_Saarinen
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4