Historic Lutheran Church, Craigersville, VA, 1740

This vintage photo captures the historic Lutheran Church in Craigersville, Virginia, a cornerstone of the community since its establishment in 1740. Organized by German families in 1713, it proudly stands as the oldest Lutheran church in America. The structure, dating back to 1747, is notable for its old organ, which tradition holds was gifted by the King of Sweden and installed in 1802. This image, part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, reflects the deep roots of faith and community in Madison County.

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