Hebron Lutheran Church

Hebron Lutheran Church is a rectangular wooden building in Madison County, Virginia, with galleries at both ends. A cruciform addition on the south side houses an organ loft that elevates the instrument for better acoustics.

The congregation began when German Lutherans arrived at Germanna in 1717 and built the initial structure in 1740. The building evolved over subsequent decades and received its notable organ in the early 1800s.

The congregation reflects the heritage of German settlers whose families worshipped here across generations. The building itself embodies the Lutheran traditions brought by those early emigrants.

The building sits in a quiet rural area and can be viewed from outside, with interior visits available by prior arrangement. Those interested in a detailed tour should contact ahead by phone or email to coordinate.

The building houses one of the few remaining Tannenburg organs still in its original location. The eight-stop instrument from 1802 was fully restored in 2015 and continues to play there.

Location: Virginia

GPS coordinates: 38.40731,-78.24731

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:23