St. George’s Episcopal Church – LeMars, IA - U.S. National Register of Historic Places on Waymarking.com

St. George’s Episcopal Church was named for patron St. George, a Christian soldier martyred in Palestine in 303 A.D. Formerly known as Grace Mission, the church was founded in 1872 nearly a decade before LeMars became an official town. The worship center was built in 1881 to serve the influx of English and Scotch pioneers.

English traditions are still observed by this small but faithful congregation: the Epiphany dinner with the Twelfth Night cake featuring a thimble, ring and dime; the use of apples and oranges in Christimas decorating; and the blessing of pets each spring. Queen Victoria’s Jubilee service was re-enacted at the church’s centennial in 1981. St. George’s Episcopal Church was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976 (#76000797).

Street address: 400 1st Avenue LeMars, IA USA 51031 County / Borough / Parish: Plymouth Year listed: 1976 Historic (Areas of) Significance: Event Periods of significance: 1875-1899 Historic function: Religion Current function: Religion Privately owned?: yes Primary Web Site: [Web Link] Season start / Season finish: Not listed Hours of operation: Not listed Secondary Website 1: Not listed Secondary Website 2: Not listed National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed

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