Grace Church Van Vorst facts for kids
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Grace Church Van Vorst
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Grace Church Van Vorst in 1967.
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 Location in Hudson County, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Location | 268 2nd Street, Jersey City, New Jersey |
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| Area | 0.4 acres (0.16 ha) |
| Built | 1853 |
| Architect | Detlef Lienau |
| Architectural style | English Gothic |
| NRHP reference No. | 79001492 |
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| Added to NRHP | August 1, 1979 |
The Grace Church Van Vorst is a historic church located in Jersey City, New Jersey. It is found in Hudson County, which is part of New Jersey, United States. This special building was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 1, 1979.
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A Look at Grace Church Van Vorst
The Grace Church Van Vorst was built in 1853. It was named after the old Van Vorst Township, which was once a separate area. The church is an Episcopal church, which is a type of Christian church.
Design and Materials
A talented architect named Detlef Lienau designed the church. He used an English Gothic style, which means it looks like grand churches from England's past. The building is made from a reddish-brown stone called brownstone. Its roof is covered with slate, which is a strong, flat rock.
How the Church Grew
The church building became larger over time. In 1864, two new sections were added to the west side. A baptistry, which is a special area for baptisms, was also added on the south side. Later, in 1912, a tall square tower was built. This tower stands 57 feet high!
The Rectory Building
Next to the church, there is another building called a rectory. A rectory is usually where the church's priest or rector lives. This rectory was also designed by Detlef Lienau. It has a similar style to the church, making the two buildings look like they belong together.
Gallery
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View of southern side.
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View of eastern side.
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View of interior.
See also
- Paul Moore - He was a former rector (leader) of this church.
