St. Ann's Episcopal Church (Richford, Vermont) facts for kids
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St. Ann's Episcopal Church
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| Location | Jct. of Church and Town Sts., Richford, Vermont |
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| Area | 0.5 acres (0.20 ha) |
| Built | 1883 |
| Architectural style | Queen Anne |
| MPS | Religious Buildings, Sites and Structures in Vermont MPS |
| NRHP reference No. | 01000259 |
| Added to NRHP | March 12, 2001 |
St. Ann's Episcopal Church is a historic church building in Richford, Vermont. It is located on Church Street. This church was built in 1883. It shows a special mix of Queen Anne and Gothic Revival styles. On March 12, 2001, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of important historical sites in the United States. The church no longer holds regular services. It is now looked after by a local history group.
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Exploring the Church's Design
St. Ann's Church is one block north of Richford's main business area. It stands at the corner of Church and Town Streets. When it was first built, the church faced Town Street. In 1903, it was turned 90 degrees to face its current direction.
Outside the Church
The building is a narrow, rectangular shape. It is made of wood and has a steep roof. The foundation is made of stone. The outside walls are covered in vinyl siding. A square tower sticks out from the front corner. This tower has a bell area and a tall, pointed roof called a steeple.
Inside the Church
The inside of St. Ann's Church shows its Gothic style. The walls and floors are made of wooden boards. These boards have a smoky, buttery color. The roof is held up by five large arches. These arches are shaped in a Gothic style. A big stained-glass window is at the back of the church. It adds beautiful colors to the space.
A Look at Its Past
The Episcopal Diocese of Vermont built St. Ann's Church in 1883. Leaders felt the town needed a strong religious presence. Other church groups had tried but did not succeed.
Church Dedication
The church was officially dedicated in 1894. This was done after all the building costs were paid off. This was a common practice for Episcopal churches. The church grew and did well for many years. It was especially strong through the time of the First World War.
Later Years and Restoration
After the war, the church slowly began to decline. It became harder to keep services going. Today, the church building is rented out. The local historical society uses it. They are working to fix up and restore the old church.
More to See
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Franklin County, Vermont
- St. Anne's Episcopal Church (disambiguation)
