2011 - The Lighted Cross, Wilson, KS

During the long and insipid drive through Kansas to Colorado, another roadside treasure was discovered that is a must see.  The Lighted Cross, located at the Excelsior Lutheran Church just off of I-70 between exits 209 and 216, has been described as a Guiding Light to those travelling along the interstate at night.  Built in 1976 by Gerald Klema, The Lighted Cross actually looks like a cross from ANY angle that you view it.  This is made possible by the fact that the arm of the cross is circular in nature.. ingenius.

Unfortunately, I was not in a position to see the cross lighted.  I was passing through the area during the brightest hours of the day.  But I still stopped to check out the structure and tour the little country church.

Enjoy the photographs (click thumbnails for larger view)..

2011 - The Lighted Cross, Wilson, KS Welcome to Excelsior Lutheran Church Welcome to Excelsior Lutheran Church	2011 - The Lighted Cross, Wilson, KS The Excelsior Lutheran Church The Excelsior Lutheran Church	2011 - The Lighted Cross, Wilson, KS A view inside the little country church A view inside the little country church
2011 - The Lighted Cross, Wilson, KS The 60' steel cross from a distance The 60' steel cross from a distance	2011 - The Lighted Cross, Wilson, KS Looking up at the circular shaped cross Looking up at the circular shaped cross	2011 - The Lighted Cross, Wilson, KS The Lighted Cross as seen at night. I believe the photograph was taken by Jeff Cooper (used without permission) The Lighted Cross as seen at night. I believe the photograph was taken by Jeff Cooper (used without permission)