About this property
The Philadelphia Methodist Church is a historic church in rural central Izard County, Arkansas, USA. It is located on County Road 15, northeast of Melbourne near the small community of Larkin, which was originally known as Philadelphia. It is a simple wood-frame structure with a gable roof, and rests on a stone foundation. Built in 1858, it is believed to be the oldest church in the county, and one of the few antebellum era churches left in the state.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 76000420. It was listed on September 28, 1976.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Philadelphia Methodist Church listed on the National Register?
Philadelphia Methodist Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 28, 1976.
What type of historic resource is Philadelphia Methodist Church?
Philadelphia Methodist Church is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Philadelphia Methodist Church?
The period of significance for Philadelphia Methodist Church is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1858.
Can I research the history near Philadelphia Methodist Church?
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