Trinity Episcopal Church (St. Charles, Minnesota) facts for kids
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Trinity Episcopal Church
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Trinity Episcopal Church viewed from the west
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| Location | 805 St. Charles Avenue, St. Charles, Minnesota |
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| Area | Less than one acre |
| Built | 1874 |
| Architectural style | Carpenter Gothic |
| NRHP reference No. | 84001726 |
| Added to NRHP | August 9, 1984 |
Trinity Episcopal Church is a very old and special church building. It is located in St. Charles, Minnesota. This church was built way back in 1874.
It is important because of its unique design. In 1984, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important to American history. Trinity Episcopal Church was chosen because it is a great example of a style called Carpenter Gothic. Its original look, both inside and out, is still very well preserved.
What is Carpenter Gothic Style?
The Carpenter Gothic style is a type of architecture. It uses wood to copy the look of much older stone Gothic churches. These churches often have pointed arches and tall, narrow windows.
Special Features of the Church
Trinity Episcopal Church has some cool features. Its walls are made with a style called board and batten. This means long, flat boards are placed side-by-side. Then, thin strips of wood called battens cover the gaps between them.
The church also has lancet windows. These are tall, narrow windows with pointed tops. They look like the tip of a spear or a lancet. The main door also has this pointed shape.
Most Carpenter Gothic churches have a bell tower. Trinity Episcopal Church has one right in the middle, above the entrance. This is a bit unusual for this style.
The Church Today
Trinity Episcopal Church is no longer used as a church. It is now part of a city park. You can find it just west of the city hall in St. Charles. Even though it's not a church anymore, it remains an important historical building. It helps us remember the past and appreciate old building styles.
See also
- List of Anglican churches
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Winona County, Minnesota
