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Photographer: Andrew Ruppenstein
Taken: February 20, 2016
Caption: Cottage Grove Historical Museum and Marker
Additional Description: The marker is visible here, mounted just above the top of the steps.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Roman Catholic Church, informally known as St. Mary's, was dedicated on December 5, 1897. It is a particularly significant building for its octagonal form. Although octagonal structures are not uncommon in 19th century Oregon architecture, an octagonal church is unusual. Emeritus Professor Philip Dole, of the Department of Historic Preservation in the School of Architecture and Allied Arts at the University of Oregon, has stated that this building is the only public building of its kind in the Pacific Northwest. The church remains largely intact and meets National Register Criterion C for architecture due to its unique octagonal form. It is also significant for its craftsmanship in representing the work of skilled local carpenters. - Statement of Significance, National Register of Historic Places Continuation Sheet
Submitted: October 31, 2016, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
Database Locator Identification Number: p368020
File Size: 1.865 Megabytes

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