800 N Main

St Mary's Catholic Church, 1902-04

The Romanesque Revival style church was built by local parish members, William and George Hanna, The interior has notable stained glass and murals. The nearby school was constructed in 1909 and the rectory in 1914.

The history of the church dates to 1873 when work was started 1873 on a wood structure at the northeast corner of E 6th and Oak. (Photo 1) Completed in 1875, the building of this church was significant in that it combined the Irish and German Catholic families in the area into on congregation. In 1904, a new brick structure was completed at 800 N Main. The congregation remains active.

(Kristine Schmucker)