1932 chapel on the Rollins College campus beside Lake Virginia.
Knowles Memorial Chapel stands on the Rollins College campus at 1000 Holt Avenue in Winter Park. Rollins, founded in 1885, is Florida's oldest recognized institution of higher education, and the chapel, completed in 1932 in a Spanish-Gothic style, is its signature building. The campus runs along Lake Virginia and has Spanish Mediterranean Revival architecture. Visitors can walk the grounds and, when no event is scheduled, enter the chapel. The nearby Cornell Fine Arts Museum is also on campus. Contact Rollins College at +1 407-646-2000 for visitor information.
| Admission | Free to visit when open |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily daytime hours when no events are held; confirm with Rollins College |
| Address | 1000 Holt Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789 |
Why it matters
Landmark Spanish Mediterranean chapel at Florida's oldest recognized college.
Location
1000 Holt Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
28.5920, -81.3500 View on map
Highlights
- Spanish-Gothic chapel
- Campus along Lake Virginia
- Mediterranean Revival buildings
- Cornell Fine Arts Museum nearby
Tips for visiting
- Visit on weekday mornings.
- Respect events and services.
- Walk to Park Avenue afterward.
- Parking is limited; use SunRail.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the chapel open to the public?
Usually, when no event is held.
When was Rollins founded?
1885.
Is the campus free to walk?
Yes.