Long Rock Methodist Episcopal Church, South facts for kids
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| Location | 340 Long Rock Church Rd, Huntingdon, Tennessee |
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| Built | 1886 |
| NRHP reference No. | 10000466 |
| Added to NRHP | July 16, 2010 |
Long Rock Methodist Episcopal Church, South, also known as Long Rock United Methodist Church, is a historic church. It is located in the countryside of Carroll County, Tennessee. This old building has been an important part of its community for a very long time.
About Long Rock Church
The church building was finished in 1886. In 2010, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is recognized as a special place in American history. It is important for its history and its unique design.
A Hub for the Community
For many years, Long Rock Church was more than just a place for church services. It was a central spot for the whole community. People gathered there for different events, like:
- Important meetings
- Community singing events
- "Homecomings," which are special gatherings for people who used to live in the area
- "Circuit church events," which were larger church meetings involving several nearby churches
What Makes it Special?
The Tennessee Historical Commission says this church is a great example of how rural churches were built in the 1800s. It has strong brick walls. The front of the church has a special roof shape called a gable. The main entrance has a rounded archway. The church also has big windows with rounded tops, and each window has many small panes of glass.
