Augustana Lutheran Church, church building in Iowa, United States of America
Augustana Lutheran Church is a church in Sioux City with Gothic Revival architecture and three towers on its front facade. The central tower rises to about 115 feet (35 meters), while the two smaller corner towers reach about 106 feet (32 meters), and the interior features tall pointed windows, brick buttresses, and an apse where the altar sits.
The congregation was founded in 1875 by Swedish immigrants who first met in a rented schoolhouse. The current brick building in Gothic Revival style began construction in 1889 and was completed in 1890 as the growing community needed a permanent home.
The church was founded by Swedish immigrants who settled in Sioux City and established their community here. Inside, decorative details like the iron balcony rail reflect the congregation's Swedish heritage and the craftsmanship that was important to them.
The church welcomes visitors with its motto "Visitors Expected" and is open to the public. The central tower is visible from many places around the area, making it easy to locate and serving as a helpful landmark for navigation.
The church used bricks and tiles from the local Sioux City Brick and Tile Company, giving it a special character tied to the area's industrial heritage. This choice of local materials was typical for the time and shows how closely the congregation was connected to its community.
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