First Presbyterian Church - Wetumpka, Alabama
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N 32° 32.359 W 086° 12.528
16S E 574293 N 3600493
First Presbyterian Church traces its history to 1836, although the current church building was completed in 1856.
Waymark Code: WMDTJ5
Location: Alabama, United States
Date Posted: 02/23/2012
Views: 8
As one goes over the bridge from downtown Wetumpka, the church stands out on the northwest side. The white walls stand out and invite one for a closer look. There is a lot of history at this church, as can be seen from the historical marker placed there.
First Presbyterian Church
Founded 1836
Built, 1856, dedicated 1857, combining exterior Gothic style with Greek Revival interior. Original part designed as a rectangular block. Wings were added on eastern and western sides in the middle 1900's. At that time a choir rail replaced original balustraded corner section. The balcony and chandeliers are outstanding. The church has served its members continuously and has been used for civic and patriotic assemblies significant in Wetumpka's history. In 1861 it served as a departure point for the Wetumpka Light Guard upon enlistment in the Confederate Army.
Entered in National Register, Historic Places 1976.
Street address:
100 West Bridge Street
Wetumpka, Alabama USA
36092
County / Borough / Parish: Elmore
Year listed: 1976
Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture
Periods of significance: 1850-1874
Historic function: Religion
Current function: Religious Structure
Privately owned?: yes
Primary Web Site: [Web Link]
Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]
Secondary Website 2: [Web Link]
Season start / Season finish: Not listed
Hours of operation: Not listed
National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed
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