23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest The American Experience
Light on the Word: A Sanctuary's Spiritual Core
A hymnal rests in the historic Mount Zion Baptist Church sanctuary in Athens, Ohio, symbolizing the importance of worship and song to this crucial Black community gathering place. The colorful stained-glass windows are blurred in the background, contrasting light and faith with the current state of decay.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 03.2023 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Athens, Ohio, United States of America |
| Camera: | iPhone 13 Pro Max |
| Copyright: | © Ahmed Hamed |