Churchesthat
Churchesthat is a crowd-sourced, wiki-style database that documents churches, chapels, cathedrals, and other sacred spaces worldwide. It aims to serve as an open reference for architectural features, historical context, denominational affiliations, and current use, including accessibility and community programs. Each entry typically includes location, founding date, architectural style, notable architects, heritage status, and references to primary sources.
Contributors can add new entries, edit existing ones, upload images, and discuss changes on talk pages. The
Governance is provided by a volunteer editorial board and a hosting nonprofit or collective, which establish
History: The concept emerged in the mid-2010s as part of open-knowledge and heritage initiatives. It was publicly
Impact and criticism: The project is used by researchers, educators, travelers, and preservationists as a starting