Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
German-Methodist Parsonage
Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, August 27, 2022
1. German-Methodist Parsonage Marker
1860s
German-Methodist Parsonage
(Former John Werner House)
Gothic Vernacular Style
Moved to this site in 1905
Historical Trust Landmark
This Building Professionally Restored
Circa 1990 by
Michael O’Hearn & Artisans
Erected by Santa Cruz County Museum of Art & History.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1905.
Location. 36° 58.278′ N, 122° 1.744′ W. Marker is in Santa Cruz, California, in Santa Cruz County. Marker can be reached from Washington Street near New Street, on the right when traveling north. The marker is mounted to the left of the front door. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 620 Washington Street, Santa Cruz CA 95060, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Walti-Schilling Residence (a few steps from this marker); Cope House (within shouting distance of this marker); Lincoln Court (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Progressive Baptist Hall & Parsonage (about 300 feet away); Progressive Baptist Church (about 300
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Regarding German-Methodist Parsonage. This is a private residence. Please respect their privacy.
Additional commentary.
1. Santa Cruz Historic Building Survey, Volume II, May 1989, Page 82
”620 Washington, Venacular, 1865-70
The arched window frames and bay window toward the rear are Italianate details and create a stately appearance. A portico with a balustrade above further enhances the residence.
— Submitted September 4, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.
Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, August 27, 2022
2. German-Methodist Parsonage Marker
Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, August 27, 2022
3. German-Methodist Parsonage
Credits. This page was last revised on September 4, 2022. It was originally submitted on September 4, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. This page has been viewed 87 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 4, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.
