First Presbyterian Church - Wheeling Historic District - Wheeling, West Virginia - NRHP Historic Districts - Contributing Buildings on Waymarking.com

The First Presbyterian Church was constructed in 1825. The building is in a Greek Revival style with an Ionic portico with four columns. The building is brick which has been plaster and painted a pale yellow. Historic photos show that at one time the building had a high bell tower or steeple which has been removed.

The history of the First Presbyterian Church dates to 1812. The church was built on land donated by Noah Zane, the son of the founder of Wheeling, in 1816. The church was expanded in 1854 and then again in 1871. The church has had extensive restoration work over the years and is in excellent condition.

It has an active congregation and services are held each Sunday.

Name of Historic District (as listed on the NRHP): Wheeling Historic District Link to nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com page with the Historic District: [Web Link] Address: 1301 Chapline St. Wheeling, West Virginia How did you determine the building to be a contributing structure?: Narrative found on the internet (Link provided below) Optional link to narrative or database: [Web Link] NRHP Historic District Waymark (Optional): Not listed

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