Smiths Grove Presbyterian Church - Smiths Grove, KY
N 37° 03.223 W 086° 12.418
16S E 570511 N 4101125
The Smiths Grove Presbyterian Church is, with the exception of the idiosyncratic raking corbel table in the gable front, typical of end-of-the-century Gothic Revival churches. The corner entry tower serves as a local landmark, the building is essentially intact and there is a sympathetic rear addition. (National Register)
Waymark Code: WMMAB
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 08/16/2006
Views: 13
This church organized in 1834 and used a log house for worship facilities until 1871 when it joined the Baptists in building a commodious "union" structure. In 1889 the congregation sold their interest to the Baptists and constructed the present building. The structure's gabled front has a lovely cornice of drip corbeling. A large stained glass window is centered in the front gable at ground level. The bell tower, which once hosted a significant steeple, features an entrance on two sides with stained glass Gothic transoms. The sanctuary's windows rest between double-arched recessed panels divided by limestone capped buttresses.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1889
Age of Church building determined by?: Other reliable source
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:
College and 2nd Sts
Smiths Grove, KY usa
42171
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If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Not listed
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