Wailuku Union Church - Wailuku, HI
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member silverquill
N 20° 53.057 W 156° 30.300
4Q E 759563 N 2311356
This one of several historic churches in downtown Wailuku, Maui. It's stone structure sets it apart from other historic buildings in this district. It was built in 1911.
Waymark Code: WMDXJ7
Location: Hawaii, United States
Date Posted: 03/06/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member martycook
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Wailuku has a history that goes back to the time before King Kamehameha united Hawaii. The town sits at the mouth of the Iao Valley where famous battles were fought.

The town became a governmental center, and also a center for the establishment of Christianity on the island. The Baldwins and other missionaries made this their home.

The church celebrated its centennial in 2011. Here is a link to some photos of that event: Centennial Celeberation.

Here are some excerpts from an article in the January 23, 212 edition of the Maui Times by Melissa Tanji about the Wailuku Union Church Century Celeberation:

"The church had its beginnings in 1866, and signatories on its charter included Edward Bailey, Henry Perrine Baldwin, Caroline Bailey and Mary Alexander. In 1867, a small framed church was built on a corner of Kaohu and South High streets, the lot now occupied by the county's Kalana Pakui building.

The church struggled financially for many years and closed for 10 years. Then in 1905, the Rev. Rowland Dodge was called and the church grew to 100 members. In 1910, the county condemned the church property and the congregation moved to its present location. Dodge is credited with raising funds for the new church as well as input to its design and construction.

The stones were gathered from Iao Valley and nearby fields and cut on site. The cross at the front of the church was carved from a single stone."

Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 05/07/1911

Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque

If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: United Church of Christ

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: 9:00 AM

Street address of Church:
327 S. High St.
Wailuku, HI United States


Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]

Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]

If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed

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