If you’re looking for information about the tallest Cross in Pennsylvania, you’re in the right place!
The Cross at Hilltop Baptist Church in Indiana County was erected in May 2023, and it stands 108 feet-tall.
By comparison, the Jumonville Cross in Fayette County, which had held the title “tallest Cross in Pennsylvania” since its construction in 1950, stands 60 feet-tall.
Directions to The Tallest Cross in Pennsylvania
Hilltop Baptist Church is located along Route 286, 3 miles from downtown Indiana, PA.
If navigating by GPS, use 4859 PA-286, Indiana, PA 15701 as the street address for Hilltop Baptist Church.
Facts and Figures about The Cross
Known simply as “The Cross”, this massive symbol of faith was funded and built by members of the Hilltop Baptist Church themselves.
As previously mentioned, The Cross is 108 feet-tall, and its hilltop location makes it visible for miles around.
A fact sheet displayed on a kiosk near the base of The Cross lists many of the construction details.
While the steel outer skin of The Cross is readily visible, the structure is also composed of 175 tons of concrete!
According to a pamphlet available at the kiosk, The Cross was conceived as a place where people could pray or meditate, and as such 4 benches are located around its base.
Visitors are welcome, and there’s a guest book you can sign.
Like the Jumonville Cross has been for nearly three-quarters of a century, The Cross at Hilltop Baptist Church will no doubt become a symbol of hope attracting the faithful and the curious for many years to come.
Nearby Attractions
Exploring the Covered Bridges of Indiana County is your guide to the four remaining covered bridges in Indiana County, all located in close proximity to one another in an area north downtown Indiana.
The Jimmy Stewart Museum in Indiana County preserves the legacy of Indiana, Pennsylvania’s favorite son – actor Jimmy Stewart.
Exploring Buttermilk Falls in Indiana County is your guide to a magnificent 45 foot-tall waterfall you can stand BEHIND!
Dean’s Diner is a 24-hour beacon for hungry motorists traveling along Route 22 near Blairsville, Indiana County.
Nestled in the picturesque hills of Indiana County, Yellow Creek State Park beckons with its 2,981 acres of pristine beauty and endless outdoor recreation.
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