St. James Episcopal Church (Muncy, Pennsylvania) facts for kids
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St. James Episcopal Church
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St. James Episcopal Church, July 2012
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| Location | 215 S. Main St., Muncy, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 0.3 acres (0.12 ha) |
| Built | 1856 |
| Architect | Upjohn, Richard |
| Architectural style | Gothic Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 79002294 |
| Added to NRHP | November 20, 1979 |
St. James Episcopal Church is a historic church building in Muncy, Pennsylvania. It is located in Lycoming County, United States. This church is an important part of the local history.
A Historic Church Building
St. James Episcopal Church was designed by a well-known architect. His name was Richard Upjohn. He drew the plans for the church in 1856.
Building the Church
The actual construction of the church began in 1857. Workers finished building it two years later, in 1859. The church has a special style called Gothic Revival architecture. This style often includes pointed arches and tall windows.
National Recognition
Because of its history and design, St. James Episcopal Church is very important. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. This list includes places that are important to the history of the United States.
The church is also part of a larger area called the Muncy Historic District. This district was also added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. This means the whole area around the church is historically significant.
