Waddell Memorial Presbyterian Church

The Waddell Memorial Presbyterian Church features board-and-batten siding, a three-stage tower, and double pointed windows in its Gothic-inspired belfry structure.

Built in 1874 by J.B. Danforth, the church earned its place on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975 and represents Carpenter Gothic architectural design.

Named after James Waddell, a notable blind preacher from Orange County, this church stands as a religious center within the Rapidan Historic District.

Located southeast of Rapidan on Virginia Route 615, the church occupies a 2-acre plot and remains visible from public rights-of-way for observation.

Original architectural drawings by John Gibson, a Richmond carpenter-architect, remain preserved within the church collection, documenting initial design elements including an unbuilt steeple.

Location: Virginia

GPS coordinates: 38.30810,-78.06280

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25