Old Hickory United Methodist Church facts for kids
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Old Hickory United Methodist Church
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| Location | 1216 Hadley Ave., Old Hickory, Tennessee |
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| Area | 0.8 acres (0.32 ha) |
| Built | 1928 |
| Architectural style | Classical Revival |
| MPS | Old Hickory MRA |
| NRHP reference No. | 85001557 |
| Added to NRHP | May 24, 1985 |
The Old Hickory United Methodist Church is a church building in Old Hickory, Tennessee. It is home to a United Methodist church group. The church is located at 1216 Hadley Avenue.
This special building was constructed in 1928. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985. This means it is recognized as an important historical place.
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History of the Church Building
The Old Hickory United Methodist Church group started in 1925. At first, they met in a small gym. This gym is now where the Old Hickory Community Center stands.
Building the Sanctuary
Work on the main church building, called the sanctuary, began soon after. While it was being built, church services were held in the basement. The sanctuary was finished in 1929. It cost about $30,000 to build. The very first service in the new sanctuary was held on the first Sunday of 1929.
Changes Over the Years
Over time, the church building saw many updates.
- In 1936, proper pews were installed. Before this, people used folding chairs.
- An extra building for education was added in 1939. This cost about $10,000.
- A second floor was added to the educational part in 1954.
- The main sanctuary was updated and redecorated in 1967.
- Beautiful stained-glass windows were put in place in 1983.
- In May 1985, the church was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places. This was a big honor!
Recent Updates
More changes happened in the following years.
- New, comfortable pews were added in 1990.
- Many items were given to the church in memory of Marvin Rodgers. These included new Bibles for the pews, a lectern (a stand for reading), a wedding candle, an Advent wreath, a Paschal candlestick, communion items, and candelabras.
- A special Prayer Room was built in 1982.
