Napa in Napa County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

First Presbyterian Church Building

Photographed by Syd Whittle, April 26, 2009

1. First Presbyterian Church Building Marker

Inscription. Designed by pioneer architects R.H. Daly and Theodore Eisen, this church is an outstanding example of late Victorian Gothic architectural styling. It is the best surviving example in this region of early works associated with Eisen, who later became an important Southern California architect. The First Presbyterian Church has been in continuous use since its construction in 1874. Longest early Pastorates are Richard Wylie and Erwin Bollinger.

California Registered Historical Landmark No. 878

Plaque placed by the State Department of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the Napa County Historical Society, May 18, 1975.

Erected 1975 by State Department of Parks and Recreation and the Napa County Historical Society. (Marker Number 878.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Landmarks • Notable Buildings • Religion & Religious Structures. In addition, it is included in the California Historical Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1874.

Location. 38° 17.794′ N, 122° 17.213′ W. Marker is in Napa, California, in Napa County. It is on Third Street, on the right when traveling east. Marker is located between Randolph and Franklin Streets. Touch for map

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. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1333 Third Street, Napa CA 94559, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in California’s San Francisco Bay Area,

in Wine Country,

and on the Coast Ranges.

It is also on the American Pacific Coast.

Globally, it is in North America,

on the Ring of Fire,

in the Pacific Rim,

in the Western Hemisphere,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also Mexico’s Alta California.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Mural #2 - Napa Early in the 20th Century (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Napa County Courthouse (about 500 feet away); Communal Mortar Rock (about 600 feet away); Napa Valley Railroad (about 600 feet away); Native Sons Hall (about 600 feet away); Napa Courthouse Flag Staff (about 600 feet away); "Barrel of Fun" (about 700 feet away); Old Napa Register Building, 1905 (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Napa.

Regarding First Presbyterian Church Building. In 1874 The First Presbyterian Church was erected on land donated by NATHAN COOMBS.

This building was designated as California Registered Historical Landmark No.878 on January 13, 1975. It was also listed in the National Register of Historic Places on June 5, 1975.

First Presbyterian Church Building and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, April 26, 2009

2. First Presbyterian Church Building and Marker

Looking Southeast

Photographed by Syd Whittle, April 26, 2009

3. First Presbyterian Church Building and Marker

Looking Southwest

National Register of Historic Places Plaque image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, April 26, 2009

4. National Register of Historic Places Plaque

This plaque is mounted on the front of the building on Randolf Street.

First Presbyterian Church image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, April 26, 2009

5. First Presbyterian Church

View from Randolf Street

Stained Glass Window Over Entrance Doors image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, April 26, 2009

6. Stained Glass Window Over Entrance Doors

Statue Under Steeple image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, April 26, 2009

7. Statue Under Steeple

Third Street View of the Church image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, April 26, 2009

8. Third Street View of the Church

Photographed by Denise Boose, September 16, 2025

9. First Presbyterian Church Building Marker

In 1908 the large memorial window on the north wall was given by Hugh Crawford in memory of his wife Judith.

Photographed by Denise Boose, September 16, 2025

10. First Presbyterian Church Building Marker

Electricity was installed in the church in 1911.

Photographed by Denise Boose, September 16, 2025

11. First Presbyterian Church Building Marker

The large Memorial Window on the eastern wall above the entry doors was given in 1980 by Thomas Wright in memory of his parents, Thomas and Nellie Wright. They were longtime members and supporters.

First Presbyterian Church Building - The Pews image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Denise Boose, September 16, 2025

12. First Presbyterian Church Building - The Pews

Pew rentals ($25 & $100) Application for pews and sittings were made to the treasurer Geo. E. Goodman at the Banking House of J.H. Goodman & Co., Main Street. Yearly accounts of farmers who were members, after harvest had their pew rents subtracted from the amounts due.

Credits. This page was last revised on October 25, 2025. It was originally submitted on May 9, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,691 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on May 9, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 8. submitted on May 10, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 9, 10, 11. submitted on October 12, 2025, by Denise Boose of Tehachapi, California. 12. submitted on October 18, 2025, by Denise Boose of Tehachapi, California.