About this property
Seven Islands Methodist Church is a historic church located near the south bank of the French Broad River in Knox County, Tennessee. The church building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The congregation was founded in 1803, the first Methodist congregation established in Knox County.
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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 97000244. It was listed on March 18, 1997.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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When was Seven Islands Methodist Church (Additional Documentation) listed on the National Register?
Seven Islands Methodist Church (Additional Documentation) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 18, 1997.
What type of historic resource is Seven Islands Methodist Church (Additional Documentation)?
Seven Islands Methodist Church (Additional Documentation) is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Seven Islands Methodist Church (Additional Documentation)?
The period of significance for Seven Islands Methodist Church (Additional Documentation) is recorded as the civil_war era.
Can I research the history near Seven Islands Methodist Church (Additional Documentation)?
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