St. Joseph's Church

St. Joseph's Church is a Gothic Revival church in Middletown, Delaware, built with wood siding and a distinctive bell tower. The rectangular structure features a steep gable roof and projecting eaves, with a two-story addition extending from the rear.

The church was constructed from 1883 to 1884 by Stevens, Miller & Co during a period of Catholic immigration growth in the region. A two-story rear addition was completed around 1900 to accommodate the expanding congregation.

The building reflects how Catholic immigrant communities in Delaware built their own places of worship during the late 1800s. Visitors can still see how it serves as a gathering space for the local congregation today.

The building currently operates as the Holy Hill Worship Center at 17 West Cochran Street in Middletown's downtown area. Since it remains an active place of worship, visitors should be respectful of services and may find limited visiting hours.

The building was recognized by the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, marking its significance as an example of Gothic Revival architecture crafted with local building techniques. This combination of architectural style and regional construction methods reflects how communities adapted imported designs to their own resources.

Location: Delaware

GPS coordinates: 39.44720,-75.71860

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:43