Jamestown United Methodist Church, Jamestown, CA
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NevaP
N 37° 57.166 W 120° 25.323
10S E 726500 N 4203709
This Methodist Church was founded in the Gold Rush days.
Waymark Code: WM1MGX
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 06/02/2007
Views: 88
Gamblers in the Gold Rush boom town of Jamestown, CA, apparently wishing to cover all bets, joined townsfolk in contributed to the establishment of a church in 1852. The present building was constructed in 1861. It sits on a steep hillside about two blocks above the main street of the town and its design fits nicely into the space available. It is one of the oldest active churches in the California Gold Rush country.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 07/01/1861
Age of Church building determined by?: Other reliable source
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Methodist
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: From: 9:00 AM To: 5:00 PM
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 11:00 AM
Street address of Church:
18193 Seco Street
Jamestown, CA USA
95327
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
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