St. Paul's Methodist Episcopal Church - Philipsburg, MT
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N 46° 20.033 W 113° 17.639
12T E 323445 N 5133702
Laid in 1887, St. Paul’s Methodist Episcopal's cornerstone was about the first to be laid in Philipsburg, though it wasn't the first church to hold services. Now, as a United Presbyterian church, the building continues in use, 127 years later.
Waymark Code: WMN03T
Location: Montana, United States
Date Posted: 11/30/2014
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member ZenPanda
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The cornerstone for St. Paul’s Methodist Episcopal Church was laid in 1887. Dedicated September 15, 1890, this modest but rather sophisticated structure was one of Philipsburg’s early churches. Choice of brick and prolonged construction reveal the generosity and persistence of its congregation. The original building with its furnishings cost a total of $3,589.94. When lightning destroyed the bell tower, an entry vestibule and new tower were later constructed in conjunction with the addition west of the sanctuary.
From the NRHP Plaque
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On the northwest corner of North Sansome and Kearney Streets, this brick church building looks just a bit unfinished, with its copper clad bell tower. We couldn't actually see a bell inside and the vents have been left open. The church stands in the centre of the small residential area above the commercial area, overlooking it.
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