Ingarö church, Ecclesiastical listed building complex in Värmdö Municipality, Sweden
Ingarö is a church in Värmdö Municipality featuring grey stone foundations with horizontal timber framing and vertical wooden cladding added during the 1850s. The structure stands on a site that includes a cemetery and demonstrates the combination of different construction phases from its original build and later modifications.
The church was established in 1792 by Baron Anders Cederström as a place of worship for workers on nearby farms, originally called by a different name. The building underwent later expansion and modernization, with wooden cladding added in the middle of the 19th century.
The church was founded at a location selected by Samuel Ödman, a student of Carl Linnaeus, according to local tradition based on a meaningful personal experience. This choice reflects how individual stories shaped the creation of this gathering place for the community.
The building functions as an active church with regular services, and access is generally possible when no events are taking place. You can contact the parish office for information about visiting hours or any questions about the site.
The building displays a transitional style in Swedish church architecture, combining traditional timber methods with architectural changes added later. This blend of different construction periods makes it a good example of how building practices evolved in the region during the 19th century.
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