Welcome to the American Church in Paris, the pioneer of American churches overseas. We are an inter-denominational, Protestant congregation with roots dating back to 1814. The first church building was erected in 1857 for a cost of $46,000 at 21, rue de Berri, just off the Champs-Elysées. The construction of the sanctuary on Quai d’Orsay was begun 1st March 1926, and was dedicated 6 September 1931.
The sanctuary is divided into three parts: the narthex (entryway), the nave (with the pews) and the chancel (the front of the church). The design of the sanctuary is based on a 15th century Gothic plan, including the central aisle flanked by two cloister side aisles. The main level of the sanctuary can accommodate approximately 600 people, with additional seating for 100 in the balcony above the narthex.
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