Christ Episcopal Church, Greek Revival church in Louisiana, United States
Christ Episcopal Church is a Greek Revival church at 120 N. New Hampshire Street in Covington, Louisiana. It was built in 1846 by Jonathan Arthur of London for descendants of English settlers of British West Florida (1763–1783). The building is the oldest public building still in use in Covington.
Christ Episcopal Church was built in 1846 by Jonathan Arthur of London for descendants of English settlers of British West Florida (1763–1783). Bishop Leonidas Polk consecrated it on April 11, 1847. It is the oldest public building still in use in Covington and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Christ Church was built in 1846 for descendants of English settlers who had lived in British West Florida between 1763 and 1783, and that English lineage shaped the congregation's early identity. The parish reported 986 members in 2015 and 1,213 in 2023, with average Sunday attendance of 260 in 2024.
Visitors can access the building during regular operating hours to observe the architectural details and interior spaces. It is helpful to check ahead about specific visiting times, as these may vary based on seasonal changes or church functions.
Christ Church is the oldest public building still in use in Covington. It was built in 1846 by Jonathan Arthur of London for descendants of English settlers from British West Florida (1763–1783), and Bishop Leonidas Polk consecrated it on April 11, 1847.
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