RESIDENTIAL
INSTITUTIONAL
INSTITUTIONAL
SWARTHMORE
Governor's Residence
Villanova Univ. Entrance
Villanova Univ. Plaza
Haverford College
Gardens of Felicita-
Italian Garden
Swarthmore Presbyterian
Villanova Univ. Entrance
Villanova Univ. Plaza
Haverford College
Gardens of Felicita-
Italian Garden
Swarthmore Presbyterian
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A labyrinth differs from a maze in having one way in to the center, and the same way out.
Delineated by Belgian block, the center is a place to pause and reflect between the walk in and the walk out.
The labyrinth is used for meditative walks by church members and community residents year around.
In the winter, footprints are a visible reminder of the meditative journey.
The signage indicates the labyrinth location within a larger garden area.
The labyrinth at Swarthmore Presbyterian Church was designed to give additional meaning to the existing Memorial Garden. Based on a labyrinth from Chartres Cathedral, the circular pattern fit within an existing lawn circle edged by a flagstone walk and stone memorial wall. The eleven circuit pattern appears to be symmetrical, but it has unexpected twists and turns, and long unbroken sweeps, similar to life’s journey.