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Rome’s church wasn’t built in a day

Published: May 2, 2012
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The Rome-Sullivan Historical Society is about to seek money for renovation work at the former Evangelical United Brethren Church in downtown Rome.

The society had purchased the old church in 1975 to save it from scheduled demolition, and has maintained the structure since that time.

The cream city brick church was constructed in 1868, and has become a focal point of this small town in eastern Jefferson County. VIEW A PHOTO OF THE CHURCH

State grants will be sought to fix deteriorating soffits and fascia, and to restore louvers. Much of the original architectural wood framing is intact, which displays hand-sewn craftsmanship of the age. Trusses, for example, were hand cut, and the entire building is assembled with pegs to hold boards rather than with nails. The building also has no electricity, and is an historic treasure to be sure.

Society members are looking for someone to perform a structure report to move the renovation application ahead.

Community financial support will also be needed as a contingency to funding. Donations will be accepted in any amount, and may be forwarded to: The Town of Sullivan Historical Society, W3172 Fairview Drive, Unit 2, Helenville, Wisconsin 53137.

Keith Barber is a data reporter at The Daily Reporter. He can be reached at 414-225-1821.

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Comments

  • Dom says:

    Great story Keith! I liked the part I imagined about the church being sent over from Rome in pieces and how the steamships encountered hardcore iceberg peril to the max. I am glad it didn’t sink to the bottom of Rock Lake when it finally got here.
    I cannot wait for your second installment. I also appreciate you boldly commanding your readers to ” VIEW A PHOTO OF THE CHURCH”. I looked it up but all I saw were the top churches in Rome. And you mention Jefferson, Unit 2, Helenville and Sullivan. Is the church at all three?

    Posted on 05/15/12 at 5:16 pm

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