National Register of Historic Places

United Protestant Church

Palmer, Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska
Listed
April 9, 1980
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
80000757

About this property

The United Protestant Church, also known as The Church of a Thousand Trees, is a historic church located at the corner of South Denali Street and East Elmwood Avenue in Palmer, Alaska. Formerly a non-denominational Protestant church, it is now a Presbyterian church, and still holds services today. It is a rustic log two-story structure, in the shape of a cross. A small bell tower with a dormer roof rises just above the main entrance. The interior is shaped from rustic log elements, with carved pews. The church property includes a manse and garage, built from similar materials. The church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.

Location

Palmer, Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska
61.59251, -149.11010

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When was United Protestant Church listed on the National Register?

United Protestant Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 9, 1980.

What type of historic resource is United Protestant Church?

United Protestant Church is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for United Protestant Church?

The period of significance for United Protestant Church is recorded as the industrial era.

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