St. Luke's Episcopal Church, church building in Tennessee, United States of America
St. Luke's Episcopal Church is a Gothic Revival church in Cleveland, Tennessee, built in 1872. The red brick building features tall pointed arches, stained glass windows, a three-story bell tower, and carved wooden ceilings that demonstrate 19th-century craftsmanship.
The church was built in 1872 by architect Peter J. Williamson as a memorial for Nina Craigmiles, a seven-year-old daughter of a wealthy businessman, who was killed in a train accident in 1871. The building was completed two years after Nina's death and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
The church carries the name of Saint Luke and was a gift from a grieving family to their community. The space continues to serve for worship and community gatherings, with wooden pews and stained glass windows creating a sense of long-standing tradition.
The church is located on Broad Street in downtown Cleveland and is easily accessible on foot. Visitors can view the exterior and grounds at any time, but to see the interior you should visit during services or special events.
Behind the church stands a marble mausoleum with mysterious crimson-stained marks on its white surface that look like blood and have sparked legends for decades. These discolorations are tied to the family's tragic history and draw many visitors curious about the local stories.
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