How to help Holy City
A recent story about a funding shortfall at the Holy City of the Wichita struck a nerve for numerous readers of The Oklahoman.
The Jan. 11 story included remarks from members of the Wichita Mountains Easter Sunrise Service Association, which operates the Holy City. James Britt, the association president, said that the beloved “city” was experiencing financial difficulties. He said the association spread the news of the funding woes, and some people began sending in donations.
Britt said the association has received enough donations for several months, and they are hoping that others who have been visited the Holy City and been inspired by it also will donate to keep the Christian-themed Holy City in the Wichita Mountains from closing. The Holy City, added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2019, is funded largely through donations.
The Holy City, built in the 1930s, includes several structures and buildings that were constructed to help portray
the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. The structures include the “Lord's Supper Building,” the “Temple Court,” “Pilate's Judgment Hall” and “Herod's Court.” The Holy City also includes one of the two modern restroom facilities available in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge near Lawton. Most people know it as home to the “Prince of Peace” Easter pageant, touted by organizers as the nation's longest-running annual Easter passion play.
Donations may be made on
the Holy City of the Wichita's Facebook page, in person at the Holy City or mailed to the Wichita Mountains Easter Sunrise Service Association, P.O. Box 465, Medicine Park, OK 73557. Donations may be tax deductible; check with your tax professional.
The Holy City also has a website at www.theholycity.us. For more information, email TheHolyCityOfThe Wichitas@gmail.com. People interested in Holy City fundraising may email rgjarvis@ aol.com or Edward.hilliary@ hillcom.net.