St. John the Baptist Catholic Church

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church is a stone building designed in Romanesque Revival style, featuring stained glass windows and a prominent altar that commands the interior space. The construction uses limestone and maintains the architectural details characteristic of 19th century religious buildings.

German immigrant families founded the parish in the 1830s and first built a modest log structure in 1843 to serve their religious needs. They replaced it with the current stone church in 1857, reflecting their increasing roots and prosperity in the region.

The church has long served as a gathering place for local celebrations and religious observances that bring the community together. It remains a space where people maintain connections to their faith and to one another through shared traditions.

The church is located on County Road W in Johnsburg, making it accessible by car from nearby roads in the area. Visitors should plan their visit around service times or community events when the building is open to the public.

The building received recognition from the National Register of Historic Places in 1980, which brought attention to its architectural importance for the region. This federal listing was followed by inclusion in the Wisconsin State Register in 1989.

Location: Johnsburg

GPS coordinates: 43.87667,-88.29056

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:07