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Original scrollwork on pilasters and windows was covered by paint in a 1950s renovation prior to the Mission Church's centennial. Carefully removing the paint created an "exposure window," revealing the original surface, which will be restored as near the original design as possible. (Carolyn Hidy/Lake County Leader)

Original scrollwork on pilasters and windows was covered by paint in a 1950s renovation prior to the Mission Church's centennial. Carefully removing the paint created an "exposure window," revealing the original surface, which will be restored as near the original design as possible. (Carolyn Hidy/Lake County Leader)

December 25, 2020

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Historic mission church restoration nearly completed
December 25, 2020 midnight

Historic mission church restoration nearly completed

ST. IGNATIUS — After three summers of painstaking, intricate, loving labor and artistry, the lion’s portion of the St. Ignatius Mission Church restoration project is completed.