Jacksonville in Jackson County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
Catholic Rectory
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, June 22, 2014
1. Catholic Rectory Marker
Built in 1866 as a one room schoolhouse for Catholic boys, it became the rectory for Father F.X. Blanchet in 1870. An addition was built in 1891. St. Joseph's Catholic Church became a mission of Medford in 1908 the rectory became a private residence. The building was saved by local resident Robbie Collins in 1967. Presently preserved and maintained by The Friends of St. Josephs.Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1866.
Location. 42° 18.879′ N, 122° 57.977′ W. Marker is in Jacksonville, Oregon, in Jackson County. Marker is at the intersection of North 4th Street and East C Street, on the left when traveling south on North 4th Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 204 North 4th Street, Jacksonville OR 97530, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Methodist Episcopal Church (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Beekman Bank Well (about 400 feet away); Warren Lodge No. 10 (about 400 feet away); History Right Here - Horse Powers
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Also see . . .
1. St. Joseph’s Catholic Rectory. HistoricJacksonville.org presents a very short history of the rectory. (Submitted on December 22, 2015.)
2. St. Joseph's Catholic Rectory. The Jacksonville Heritage Society, the owners of the rectory, present a history of the building. (Submitted on December 22, 2015.)
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, June 22, 2014
2. St. Joseph's Catholic Rectory and Marker
The buildings and grounds were purchased and restored in 1967 by the St. Joseph’s Rectory Acquisition Committee. In 1968, they were turned over to the Southern Oregon Historical Society to manage. In 2002, this historical landmark was conveyed to Jackson County although the property continued under SOHS management. In 2010, management was transferred to the Jacksonville Heritage Society. - Jacksonville Heritage Society
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on December 22, 2015, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 384 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 22, 2015, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
