Unitarian Universalist Church - Geneva, IL
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member WascoZooKeeper
N 41° 53.190 W 088° 18.416
16T E 391569 N 4638000
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Geneva, built in 1843, is the oldest church in the City of Geneva and is believed to be the oldest Unitarian Church west of New York.
Waymark Code: WM18NW
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 02/24/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member showbizkid
Views: 70

A group of settlers from Massachusetts, known as the "Boston Colony", arrived in Geneva in 1836 and quickly became some its most influential citizens. Many of this group were instrumental in founding the Unitarian Church in Geneva, constructing its building in 1843, which is still the home of the church today.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1843

Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque

If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Unitarian Universalist

If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: From: 9:00 AM To: 5:00 PM

Street address of Church:
102 S. Second St.
Geneva, IL USA
60134


Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]

If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Not listed

Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: Not Listed

Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed

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