Dansk Evangelical Lutheran Kirke facts for kids
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Dansk Evangelical Lutheran Kirke
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Dansk Evangelical Lutheran Kirke
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| Location | 400 W. Capitol Dr., Hartland, Wisconsin |
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| Area | 1.9 acres (0.77 ha) |
| Built | 1910 |
| Architectural style | Late Gothic Revival, Romanesque Revival |
| MPS | Hartland MRA |
| NRHP reference No. | 86003422 |
| Added to NRHP | April 21, 1988 |
The Dansk Evangelical Lutheran Kirke is a beautiful church in Hartland, Wisconsin, United States. It was built in 1910 by a group of people from Denmark. This church is designed in a style called Gothic Revival. It is so special that it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. This list helps protect important historical places.
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A Look at the Church's History
Danish Settlers Arrive in Hartland
The first people from Denmark started moving to the Hartland area around 1845. Many more arrived between 1855 and 1861. These new settlers wanted to build a community and keep their traditions.
Starting a New Church Community
In 1867, a group of these settlers met to create a Lutheran church. They welcomed everyone to help, no matter their background. They decided that church services would mainly be in English. But if people wanted, services could also be held in German or Danish.
The next year, the Danish and German groups worked together. They held their first service in a new church building. This building was located on Oconomowoc Street.
Building the Current Church in 1910
By 1910, the Danish and German groups decided to form separate churches. The Danish members bought the old church building from the German members. They then took down the old building.
On the same spot, they built the church you see today. This new church has strong walls made of concrete blocks. These blocks have a rough, rocky look.
What Makes the Church Special?
The church's design mixes a few different styles.
Gothic Revival Style
The tall, pointed windows are called lancet windows. They, along with the church's steeple, point upwards. These features are typical of the Gothic Revival style. This style often makes buildings look grand and inspiring.
Romanesque and Queen Anne Touches
The rough concrete blocks give the church a feel of Romanesque Revival style. This style often uses strong, simple shapes. The front of the church, above the main entrance, is covered in decorative shingles. This is a design detail often seen in Queen Anne-style homes.
Language and Name Changes
For many years, even after the new church was built, some services were still held in the Danish language. This continued from 1918 to 1931. In 1975, the church changed its name. It became known as the Lake Country Congregational Church.
