Church of the Advent (Farmington, Minnesota) facts for kids
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Church of the Advent
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The church from the north in winter 2008
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 Location in Minnesota
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| Location | Farmington, Minnesota |
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| Built | 1872 |
| Architect | Richard Upjohn; John H. Thurston |
| Architectural style | Carpenter Gothic |
| NRHP reference No. | 79001225 |
| Added to NRHP | December 31, 1979 |
The Church of the Advent is a special old church in Farmington, Minnesota. It was built way back in 1872. This church is a great example of something called Carpenter Gothic style. It is an Episcopal church, which is a type of Christian church.
You can find the Church of the Advent at 412 Oak Street. Because it is so old and important, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 31, 1979. This means it is a building that the United States government wants to protect.
About the Church of the Advent
The Church of the Advent is still a busy place today. It serves people in Dakota County, Minnesota and nearby areas. The original church building from 1872 is quite small. It can only fit about 70 people inside.
How the Church is Used Today
Even though it's small, the old 1872 church building is often used for special events. It is a popular spot for weddings. For bigger church services, people gather in a larger room. This room is called the Michael and Lisbeth Sly Room. It was built in 1976 to hold more people. The main leader of the church is currently the Reverend Denise Ione Stahura.
See Also
- List of Registered Historic Places in Minnesota
