Pine Grove Community Church

Pine Grove Community Church

The little church at the crossroads, known as the Pine Grove Union Church was built by Lucian Rumble, a local caretaker. Rumble also acted as the architect for the church. The design of the interior was copied from a little theater Rumble had once seen. Building was started in 1896 at a cost of about $134.00.

Altar

The chairs and pulpit were given by Mrs. Wormwood, and Mrs. Hill.

Choir Loft

The church is known for its unusual interior, seats are arranged on a sloping floor as in a theater, necessitating cutting off the rear legs a bit. Accordingly, to enter, one must walk to the front of the church to climb the slope up to one's seat. It has been pointed out that "everyone" would know if you were late for church.

Church Organ

The organ was purchased from the Baptists of Lowville who were acquiring a bigger one for their newly built church. 

Steeple

A bell was purchased in 1905.

National Register of Historic Places

National Register of Historic Places

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National Register of Historic Places

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National Register of Historic Places