First Methodist Church – Rock Rapids, IA - U.S. National Register of Historic Places on Waymarking.com

Members of the Rock Rapids United Methodist Church first organized in 1874 and built their present building the following year. The Romanesque Revival architecture is constructed of blue Sioux Falls granite and trimmed with red stone shipped by rail from South Dakota. The walls measure 20” thick, and the 103 foot square tower holds the original entrance. The handsome design earned it a place on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

The “Light of the World” shines into the east side of the sanctuary, while tri-paneled stained glass filters light in on the north and west. When the tower was renovated in 1989, an electronic carillon was installed. The tones of great hymns peal several times a day, bringing a sense of reverence to the surrounding community.

Street address: 302 Carroll Street Rock Rapids, IA USA 51246 County / Borough / Parish: Lyon Year listed: 1978 Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture/Engineering Periods of significance: 1875-1899 Historic function: Religion Current function: Religion Privately owned?: yes Primary Web Site: [Web Link] Secondary Website 1: [Web Link] Season start / Season finish: Not listed Hours of operation: Not listed Secondary Website 2: Not listed National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed

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