A German-speaking parish built a landmark downtown church in the 1890s.
At a glance
St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church stands in downtown Springfield, Ohio. It began as a German-speaking parish in the city’s early days. The congregation grew quickly during its first few decades. The present large church building dates from the 1890s.
History
The parish was founded in Springfield’s early days as a German-speaking congregation. It grew rapidly during its first few decades. That growth led to the construction of the present church building in the 1890s. One of Springfield’s leading architects directed the work.
What you see
The church is a large building from the 1890s. It was designed under the direction of one of Springfield’s leading architects. The building has been named a historic site.
Cultural significance
The building is a landmark church in downtown Springfield. The congregation remains in the church building. It has been named a historic site.
Key facts
- Country: United States
- City: Ohio
- Coordinates: 39.9258, -83.8144
Practical information & getting there
The church stands in downtown Springfield, Ohio.
Sources & resources
- National Register of Historic Places nomination file (National Park Service), ref. 06000485
- Wikipedia
- Cultural Heritage Online
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