Kellogg, Elijah, Church - Harpswell ME
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nomadwillie
N 43° 47.996 W 069° 59.183
19T E 420652 N 4850124
The Elihah Kellogg Church was built in 1843 was associated with Rev. Kellogg a distinguished clergyman and author of children's books
Waymark Code: WMPMW8
Location: Maine, United States
Date Posted: 09/23/2015
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As other denominational groups formed in Harpswell, controversy arose over the ownership and control of the first church building. In 1843 an independent Harpswell Center Congregational Parish was formed and construction began on a church directly across the street from the Harpswell Meetinghouse. Reverend Elijah Kellogg became pastor to the church in 1844 and served until 1854. Kellogg accepted a new position in Boston as chaplain to the Seaman's Friend Society. In 1864, Kellogg resigned and devoted his time to writing, which achieved national popularity. During this time he wrote over 30 books for children. In 1882 her returned to Harpswell and became pastor again in 1889.
Street address:
ME 123
Harpswell, ME
County / Borough / Parish: Cumberland
Year listed: 1979
Historic (Areas of) Significance: Person, Architecture/Engineering
Periods of significance: 1825-1849
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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