A white brick church from 1915 that pairs Gothic Revival form with Romanesque Revival weight on the Idaho plains.
At a glance
Our Lady of Limerick Catholic Church is a historic church building in Glenns Ferry, Idaho. Completed in 1915, it combines Gothic Revival and Romanesque Revival architectural styles. The building is a rectangular white brick structure with a gable roof and a partially outset tower centered on the front elevation. That tower serves as steeple, belfry, and entry.
History
The church was built in 1915 for the Catholic community of Glenns Ferry. Its name references Limerick, the Irish county from which many of the area’s settlers came. The building has remained a local landmark for more than a century.
What you see
The church is rectangular and gable-roofed, with a front-to-back ridgebeam. A tower centered on the main facade breaks the roofline and draws the eye upward. The white brick gives the building a clean, solid presence against the open landscape. Stylistically, the pointed openings read Gothic, while the massing and rounded forms carry a Romanesque weight.
Cultural significance
Our Lady of Limerick Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 17, 1982. That listing recognizes its architectural character and its role in the religious life of Glenns Ferry.
Key facts
- Country: United States
- City: Glenns Ferry, Idaho
- Coordinates: 42.9503, -115.2978
- National Register of Historic Places: listed November 17, 1982
Practical information & getting there
Glenns Ferry sits along Interstate 84 in southwestern Idaho, roughly midway between Boise and Twin Falls. The church stands within the town; its street address is best confirmed locally before a visit, as the building remains an active parish church with regular services.
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