Union Chapel (Hillsborough, New Hampshire) facts for kids
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Union Chapel
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 Location in New Hampshire
Location in the United States
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| Location | 220 Sawmill Rd., Hillsborough, New Hampshire |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1887 |
| Architect | John Jackman |
| Architectural style | Queen Anne, Stick/Eastlake |
| NRHP reference No. | 08001411 |
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| Added to NRHP | February 3, 2009 |
The Union Chapel is a special old building in Hillsborough, New Hampshire. It was finished in 1887 and has been a key part of the community ever since. This chapel is a great example of a building style called Stick and Eastlake. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. Before that, it joined the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places in 2006.
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Discovering Union Chapel's Design
The Union Chapel is in a part of Hillsborough called Lower Village. You can find it on the south side of Sawmill Road. It's a one-story building made of wood. It has a pointed roof and its outside walls are covered with wooden boards. The building sits on a strong foundation made of granite.
Unique Architectural Features
A square tower sticks out a little from the front right side of the chapel. This tower has an open bell area at the top, covered by a sloped roof. The windows are grouped together and have special ledges underneath them. The windows on the front of the chapel even have small roofs over them. These windows are very pretty because they have colored glass. Inside, the chapel looks warm and inviting with lots of shiny wood.
The Chapel's Story and Purpose
The idea for Union Chapel came from a group called the Ladies Aid Society. They wanted a place for people in Lower Village to meet and worship. They worked hard to raise money for the building.
Building a Community Hub
The chapel was built between 1886 and 1887. It cost about $2,081.38 to build. Most of the money came from people in the Lower Hillsborough community. A man named Benjamin Pierce Cheney, who grew up in the area, gave the largest donation. A local architect named John Jackman designed the chapel. His design was similar to a slightly larger church he had built in nearby Henniker.
A Place for Everyone
For many years, the chapel was mainly used for religious services during the warmer months. But it has always been more than just a church. Since it was built, Union Chapel has been a busy center for many community activities. It's a place where people can gather, share, and connect.
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