St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church (National City, California)

St. Matthew's Episcopal Church (National City, California) — view
St. Matthew's Episcopal Church (National City, California). Photo: Marvin Rand, HABS photographer, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
NATIONAL CITY, UNITED STATES · 1887
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church

A historic wooden church from 1887, still active within the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego.

At a glance

St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church stands at 521 E. 8th Street in National City, California. Built in 1887, it remains an active congregation of the Episcopal Church. It belongs to the Diocese of San Diego.

History

The church was built in 1887, when National City was still a young settlement south of San Diego. Its congregation has remained in use since that time and continues today as part of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego.

What you see

The church building dates to the late nineteenth century. Its preservation in the heart of National City offers a direct view of the area’s early religious architecture.

Cultural significance

As a historic church still serving an active Episcopal congregation, St. Matthew’s links National City’s early development to its present community life.

Key facts

  • Country: United States
  • City: National City
  • Coordinates: 32.6778, -117.1006

Practical information & getting there

The church is located at 521 E. 8th Street in National City, California. As an active congregation, worship times and access are best confirmed with the parish directly.

Sources & resources

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