Bethlehem in Grafton County, New Hampshire — The American Northeast (New England)
Durrell United Methodist Church
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., July 28, 2025
1. Durrell United Methodist Church Marker
The Methodist Episcopal congregation erected a church on this site in 1830. In 1874, with the congregation prosperous and growing, the original church was torn down and replaced. In 1900, the present edifice was built with funds donated by the Mary Durrell family. The building reflects 19th century neoclassic style inspired by the architect Asher Benjamin.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1830.
Location. 44° 16.821′ N, 71° 41.355′ W. Marker is in Bethlehem, New Hampshire, in Grafton County. It is at the intersection of Main Street (U.S. 302) and Church Street, on the left when traveling east on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2057 Main Street, Bethlehem NH 03574, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. It is also in the American Northeast and in New England. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Great North Woods, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Sinclair Lodge (within shouting distance of this marker); The Sinclair (within shouting distance of this marker); Mt. Agassiz Hotel and Fairlawn House (about 500 feet away); Park House (about 500 feet away); Cruft/Jackson Block (about 500 feet away); a different marker also named Town Building (about 600 feet away); Bethlehem, New Hampshire Bicentennial
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Other markers no longer nearby. Site of Sinclair Hotel (was about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line but has been permanently removed); Town Building (was about 600 feet away but has been permanently removed); Angel of the Mountains (was about 700 feet away but has been permanently removed).
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., July 28, 2025
2. Durrell United Methodist Church and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on August 3, 2025. It was originally submitted on August 3, 2025, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio. This page has been viewed 77 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 3, 2025, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.
