Long Valley Finnish Church facts for kids
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Long Valley Finnish Church
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 Location in Idaho
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| Location | Southeast of Lake Fork, Valley County, Idaho |
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| Area | 208 acres (84 ha) |
| Built | 1917 |
| Built by | Ruuska, John; Heikkila, John |
| NRHP reference No. | 80001336 |
| Added to NRHP | May 27, 1980 |
The Long Valley Finnish Church is a special building in Valley County, Idaho. It was built a long time ago, in 1917. This church was made for Finnish immigrants who came to live in the United States. It helped them keep their community strong.
This historic church was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 27, 1980. This means it is an important place that should be protected.
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A Place for the Community
The Long Valley Finnish Church was very important to the Finnish people living in the area. It was a central spot for their community. The church helped them gather and support each other.
Who Cared for the Church?
A group called the Finnish Ladies' Aid Society took care of the church. These ladies worked hard to keep the building in good shape. They made sure it could continue to serve the community.
A Well-Preserved Building
The Long Valley Finnish Church is known as the best-preserved building from the Finnish community in Long Valley. It shows how important this place was to the people who built it. It stands as a reminder of their history.
External Links
- See a picture of the church
- Learn more from the Idaho State Historical Society
