Calvin Memorial Presbyterian Church facts for kids
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North Presbyterian Church
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 Location in Nebraska
Location in the United States
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| Location | Omaha, Nebraska |
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| Built | 1910 |
| Architect | Henninger, F.A. |
| Architectural style | Classical Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 86000443 |
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| Added to NRHP | March 20, 1986 |
The Calvin Memorial Presbyterian Church is a special building in North Omaha, Nebraska. You can find it at 3105 North 24th Street. This church was started in 1954. It was created as a place where people of all backgrounds could worship together.
The church was first known as the North Presbyterian Church. The City of Omaha says it's a great example of Neo-Classical Revival architecture. This means it has a grand, classic style, like old Greek or Roman buildings. Because of its importance, it became a City of Omaha landmark in 1985. A year later, in 1986, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
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History of the Church Building
The North Presbyterian Church building was finished in 1910. Its design was inspired by some of the beautiful buildings from a big fair. This fair was called the 1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition. It happened nearby in an area called Kountze Place.
Who Designed the Church?
An important architect from Omaha, F. A. Henninger, designed the church. He created it for what was then a wealthy part of Omaha. The church was meant to serve the people living in this fancy neighborhood.
Founding the Congregation
The Calvin Memorial Presbyterian Church was founded by Reverend Charles E. Tyler. He was also responsible for starting another church in Omaha, called Hillside Presbyterian Church.
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