First Congregational Church (Beloit, Wisconsin) Explained

First Congregational Church
Location:801 Bushnell St., Beloit, Wisconsin
Coordinates:42.5017°N -89.0278°W
Built:1862
Architect:Lucas Bradley
Architecture:Greek Revival architecture, Romanesque architecture
Added:January 23, 1975
Area:less than one acre
Refnum:75000078

First Congregational Church in Beloit, Wisconsin was built in 1859 from a design by Lucas Bradley, blending elements from Greek Revival and Romanesque Revival styles.[1] It was added to the National Register of Historic Places for its architectural significance on January 23, 1975. On August 24, 1998, the historic building was damaged by fire, after which it was razed and replaced with a new building, which is pictured.[2]

Notes and References

  1. none. [{{NRHP url|id=75000078}} NRHP Inventory/Nomination: First Congregational Church]. National Park Service. Jeffrey M. Dean. 1975-01-03. 2020-09-30.
  2. Web site: First Congregational Church. Wisconsin Historical Society. 2020-09-30. (Includes photos of the 1859 church.)