Quick Facts
MEMORIAL TO: Hannah Frances “Fannie” Blish Robinson Horton (1835–1901)
GIVEN BY: Her husband, James Clark Horton (1837–1907)
DESIGNED BY: Thomas John Bowyer Pain (1849–1936)
FABRICATED BY: Campbell Glass and Paint Company, Kansas City, Missouri
INSTALLED: March 1902
DEDICATED: March 30, 1902
Symbolism
- The Gothic arch surrounding the window symbolizes heavenly aspiration and spiritual growth.
- This window illustrates Psalm 150:4, “Praise Him with stringed instruments and organ,” and shows Saint Cecilia, patron saint of musicians, at an organ.
- Saint Cecilia wears blue, reminiscent of the traditional clothing of the Virgin Mary, and therefore symbolic of virginity. Traces of red in her clothing symbolize divine love.
- The choice of Saint Cecilia shown with a young angel stems from Fannie Horton’s long career teaching music and her great love for children.
