National Register of Historic Places

Portland Prairie Methodist Episcopal Church

Eitzen, Houston County, Minnesota
Listed
April 5, 1982
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
82002967

About this property

Portland Prairie Methodist Episcopal Church (Portland Prairie United Methodist Church) is a historic church in Eitzen, Minnesota. The church was built by a Mr. Tuttle of New Albin, Iowa from plans he obtained in St. Paul, Minnesota, although it is unknown whether the plans were designed by an architect. The building was completed in 1876 at a cost of $1540. It is a fine example of Eastlake architecture, with plenty of attention to detail and good use of decorative wood trim. It is a wood-frame structure on a stone foundation, with clapboard siding and a steep gable roof clad in metal. The congregation was composed mostly of Yankees from New York and New England. It was served by a circuit rider from Caledonia between 1855 and 1876. Presumably, the settlers wanted a church with English style influences. The active congregation moved to Caledonia in 1935, but the Eitzen building is used a few times a year. On the last Sunday in July, there is a service and celebration in the large yard. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.

Location

Eitzen, Houston County, Minnesota
43.52589, -91.49122

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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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1.9 mi
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Johnson Mill
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7.4 mi
Williams, Spafford, Hotel
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Nearby Battles

Battle of Bad Axe (Bad Axe Massacre)
1832Early Republic
14.3 mi

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When was Portland Prairie Methodist Episcopal Church listed on the National Register?

Portland Prairie Methodist Episcopal Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 5, 1982.

What type of historic resource is Portland Prairie Methodist Episcopal Church?

Portland Prairie Methodist Episcopal Church is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Portland Prairie Methodist Episcopal Church?

The period of significance for Portland Prairie Methodist Episcopal Church is recorded as the industrial era.

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