First United Methodist Church, Lake George

First United Methodist Church, Lake George
(photo 5/7/11)

I have no information on this church located only half a block away from Caldwell Presbyterian, and St James Episcopal.

The roof appears to have suffered some damage from ice buildup last winter. Probably a common problem all over the region this year.

Lake Luzerne United Methodist Church

Lake Luzerne United Methodist Church, 1852
(photo 5/7/2011)

A plaque by the front door says the congregation was established in 1807, the building built in 1852.
The steeple was struck by lightning in the 1990's and a smaller steeple was placed on the bell tower.

Historical marker in front of church:
First Methodist
Episcopal church built in 1852 by James Hedgeman and Silas Dayton.
First pastor the Rev. Henry Williams.
Now the United Methodist Church

Keene United Methodist Church

Keene United Methodist Church, 1836 (?)
(photo 4/21/11)

This building in the center of Keene is currently for sale. I have little information except for the following pasted from a Methodist Church website.

"Almost as old as the town itself, this congregation of 25 members is active in local mission and service work. Especially at Christmas, they assist poor families in town, and are supporters of the Food Pantry. Their August fair helps support the church. They work closely with other churches in town.

They welcome all people to join them. You should stop by for a moment of quiet reflection in one of Keene's oldest buildings."

The church has a nice steel tile roof which I have long admired. Apparently the congregation was too small to sustain the church.

North Creek United Methodist Church

United Methodist Church of North Creek 1879
(photo 9/24/2010)

This building once had an elaborate spire extending high above the present steeple.  A simple vernacular building but with a bit more adornment than the Baptist church down the road.

Diamond Point Community Church

Diamond Point Community Church, formerly the Union Evangelical Church (1876-79) and St. John's Community Church
(photo 10/01/1)


This building, located on the corner of Diamond Point Road and Rt. 9N, appears in Adirondack Churches as an illustration for the wagon shed which once was a feature to many rural churches. 


From the church website a portion of the churches history.        


" Although known by many different names over the past 130 years, the mission of this church has remained the same; to welcome all who wish to worship here. Mr. George H. Cramer commenced construction of the building in 1876 as a memorial to his brother John Cramer. Built of native rough stone it consisted of a tower and belfry at its east and a chancel at the west displaying a handsome stained glass window also dedicated to his brother. Displeasure with the progress caused Mr. Cramer to unceremoniously close down the job, leaving the building available for use but possessing a barn-like floor, unpainted and soiled walls, and a generally uncomfortable and unwelcoming atmosphere. Called the Union Evangelical Church, it was dedicated to the worship of Almighty God on August 12, 1879. At that time the church and the property on which it rests were presented by Mr. Cramer to the then trustees, G. H. Cramer, Jefferson Smith, and Dr. Edwin L. Patrick. Unfortunately the disrepair of the building reflected upon the behavior of the parishioners. Children were unsupervised, youth both male and female munched apples and tossed chestnuts among themselves, while the young men came and went as they pleased, frequently disrupting the service. During its first few years the church was served by local Methodist ministers and even and itinerant evangelist who offered to preach without pay."


There is much more information on the church website:

www.diamondpointcommunitychurch.com