St. Philip's Episcopal Church wants to share its history with you - as well as you sharing your experience with the church - at a retro photograph event Thursday, Aug. 14.

At more than a century old, the church has had numerous congregants pass through its doors. And with the passage of time, many photos have been taken. It is with that idea in mind that the church is inviting the community to come look at many of the old photos that will be on display during the afternoon, while also requesting that any old photos be brought for display as part of the event.

"I have attended St. Philip's for 50 years, and there is a lot of history here," Alice Rooney explained.

"The church started as a congregation that welcomed Native people to be a part of everything with the non-Native people. Over the years, we've added many photos to the walls. We have numerous scrapbooks with different photos, and some of the old photographs have been scanned onto disks."

Rooney explained the church was built in 1903 on land donated by the Kiks.ádi clan. Initially called "The People's Church," it became St. Philip's Episcopal Church in 1905. In the early days, church services were held in both English and Tlingit.

Rooney said the idea of the event is for people to come together and share their memories of the 122-year-old church.

"There are a lot of people that refer to St Philip's as their church because of family attending or because they were baptized there," Rooney said. "So, it will be nice to see what photos are out there and to hear stories that different people might have."

The event is scheduled for 2 to 4 p.m. in the church's parish hall and is open to everyone. Tea will be served.

"We hope everyone can come enjoy themselves and share their stories and experiences with each other," Rooney said. "I'm really looking forward to it."