Holy Trinity Church Rectory and Convent facts for kids
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Holy Trinity Catholic Church Rectory and Convent, Bloomington, IL
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 Location in Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Location | 711 N. Main and 106 W. Chestnut Sts., Bloomington, Illinois |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | original church 1868 present church 1933/1934 |
| Architect | Arthur F. Moratz |
| Architectural style | Romanesque, Art Deco |
| NRHP reference No. | 83003585 |
| Added to NRHP | December 8, 1983 |
The Holy Trinity Catholic Church Rectory and Convent is a special historic place in Bloomington, Illinois, USA. It has been recognized on the National Register of Historic Places since 1983. This means it is an important building that helps tell the story of the area.
About Holy Trinity Church
The Holy Trinity Catholic Church includes a rectory and a convent. A rectory is where the priests live. A convent is where nuns live. These buildings are located behind the main church building. The church itself is known for its Art Deco style.
A Look at Its History
The current church stands on the site of an older Holy Trinity Church. That first church was built in 1869. Sadly, it was destroyed by a tornado before it was even finished.
Later, in 1932, a fire completely destroyed the church. But the community quickly raised money to rebuild. The new church, designed in the Art Deco style, was finished in 1933. It officially opened its doors in 1934 and is still used today.
The Church's Music
The church has a large pipe organ. This organ was the last big instrument made by the Hinners Organ Company. That company was located in Pekin, Illinois. This special organ was built in 1934.
It was used for many years until 1989. Then, the Rodgers Organ Company replaced it. They installed a new, more modern organ. This new instrument has a mix of electronic and real pipes.
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