Congregational Church of Blair

The Congregational Church of Blair at 16th and Colfax Sts. in Blair, Nebraska is a Carpenter Gothic church that has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1979.[1]

Congregational Church of Blair
Location16th and Colfax Sts., Blair, Nebraska
Coordinates41.5410°N 96.1364°W / 41.5410; -96.1364
Built1874 (1874)
Built byGeorge Sutherland
ArchitectCharles F. Driscoll
Architectural styleCarpenter Gothic, Gothic Revival, Other
NRHP reference No.79001457[1]
Added to NRHPFebruary 1, 1979

The church was founded in 1870. The building was constructed in 1874 by local builder George Sutherland, according to a design by Omaha architect Charles F. Driscoll whose plans won out over architect A. Roberts, each of whom received $25 for their submissions. Carpenter Gothic style is rare in the state, and this is believed to be the only non-Episcopalian church example. (Architect Richard Upjohn popularized the style for rural Episcopalian churches.) It was renovated and extended in 1884, 1908, and 1957.[2]

Driscoll also designed the NRHP-listed Ideal Steam Laundry, in Fremont, Nebraska.[2]

References
  1. "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
  2. Penelope Chatfield (1979). "National Register of Historic Places Inventory/Nomination: Congregational Church of Blair". National Park Service. and accompanying photos


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