Carson City, Nevada — The American Mountains (Southwest)
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Carson City, Nevada
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Photographed by Syd Whittle, July 25, 2009
1. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Marker
Construction of this graceful reminder of the churches of old New England began in October 1867. Work was completed in July 1868 at a cost of $5,500.
The church was first occupied by its congregation on Sunday, August 9, 1868, with the Reverend George B. Allen officiating. Beginning in December 1873, additional construction work brought the edifice to substantially its present form and appearance.
On April 18, 1874, a public rental for 51 of the 56 new pews installed in the enlarged chancel was held. The remaining five pews were reserved for Nevada’s Orphan Home children (now the Northern Nevada Children’s Home in Carson City).
The statewide slump in mining activities, 1878-1900, and the economic crisis which ensued, played havoc with most of Nevada’s churches, including St. Peter’s. However, the period of stress weathered, and St. Peter’s had grown steadily ever since. It continues to play an important role in Carson City’s religious and secular life.
Erected 1976 by Carson City Historical Commission and the Board of Supervisors.
Topics. This historical marker is
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Location. 39° 9.942′ N, 119° 46.176′ W. Marker is in Carson City, Nevada. It is on North Division Street near West Telegraph Street, on the right when traveling south. The Church is on the Southwest corner of North Division and West Telegraph Streets. Marker is located in front of the church, facing North Division Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 300 North Division Street, Carson City NV 89703, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Lake Tahoe Basin and in Greater Reno Area. It is also in the American Mountain West. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and 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: Orion Clemens House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Methodist Church of Carson City (about 400 feet away); Old Globe Saloon (about 500 feet away); Stewart-Nye Residence (about 600 feet away); Rinckel Mansion (about 700 feet away); Olcovich-Meyers House (about 800 feet away); Federal Government Building (1888-1970) (approx. 0.2 miles away); Pony Express Monument (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Carson City.
More about this marker. This site was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 3, 1978.
Photographed by Syd Whittle, July 25, 2009
2. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church and Marker
Photographed by Syd Whittle, July 25, 2009
3. North Side of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Photographed by Aaron A. Gallup, Photographer, circa Jan. 1973
4. South Side - St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Historic American Buildings Survey
HABS NEV,13-CARCI,10
Building/structure dates: 1867 initial construction
Building/structure dates: 1873 subsequent work
Building/structure dates: 1911 subsequent work
Building/structure dates: 1965 subsequent work
Significance: The best preserved of Carson City's early churches, St. Peter's is an interesting and attractive building reflecting both Gothic and classic prototypes.
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HABS NEV,13-CARCI,10
Building/structure dates: 1867 initial construction
Building/structure dates: 1873 subsequent work
Building/structure dates: 1911 subsequent work
Building/structure dates: 1965 subsequent work
Significance: The best preserved of Carson City's early churches, St. Peter's is an interesting and attractive building reflecting both Gothic and classic prototypes.
Click for more information.
Photographed by Aaron A. Gallup, Photographer, circa Jan. 1973
5. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church - Interior
Historic American Buildings Survey (Library of Congress)
HABS NEV,13-CARCI,10-
HABS NEV,13-CARCI,10-
Credits. This page was last revised on December 20, 2020. It was originally submitted on July 28, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,892 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on July 29, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
