The Chapel of the Holy Cross in Sedona, Arizona, commands a dramatic view set against the cliffs above and the valley below. Built in 1955-56 in a Modernist style, the chapel stands as a highly significant and outstanding example of mid-20th century modern architecture that harmoniously blends a modern building of concrete, steel, and glass into the natural rock bound desert environment for which Sedona is known. The chapel is the work of patrons Marguerite and Tony Staude and Californian architects Anshen and Allen, who also designed the Quarry Visitor Center National Historic Landmark at Dinosaur National Monument. The building and its 11.08 acre site is on land owned by the U.S. Forest Service, but is managed by a local church and the corresponding Catholic diocese by permit with the U.S. Forest Service. The Chapel of the Holy Cross remains in excellent condition, and draws thousands of visitors every year. (Adapted from the NPS website)