Adopt an Organ Pipe Program

By “adopting-a-pipe” you are helping to preserve and support one of the Cathedral’s world-renowned treasures, the Great Organ. Built in 1911 by Ernest Skinner and substantially enlarged and rebuilt in 1952 by the Aeolian Skinner Organ Company, the Great Organ is a truly magnificent instrument with over 8,000 pipes and 141 ranks.  The musical effect produced by the Great Organ is as grand as the cathedral itself.

Unfortunately, due to the fire in the North Transept in 2001, the voice of the Great Organ has been silent. Cleaning and conservation work is nearly complete having been funded in part by the generous gifts of individuals who have contributed their support to this program.

However, it will require more for the Great Organ return to its home in the Cathedral. Substantial maintenance and repairs to the Cathedral roofing systems must be completed so that the newly restored Great Organ can be safely reinstalled in the Cathedral.

Your generous gift to the Adopt-A-Pipe program will help to make the return of the newly restored Great Organ possible and will insure that others will be able to enjoy its power and majesty for many years to come.

With each “adoption” you will receive an official certificate of recognition signed by the Cathedral’s organist AND also the knowledge that you have helped preserve part of the Cathedral’s celebrated musical tradition.

HOW TO ADOPT

“Adoptions” can be made in different increments either on-line through our secure website or by mail. To send your gift by mail please print out the ADOPT A PIPE DONATION FORM and return it to:

The Cathedral Church of St John the Divine
Adopt a Pipe Program
1047 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10025