First Congregational

First Congregational Church is located on the northwest corner of St. Vrain and Tejon, in the neighborhood known as the Near North End. The building was completed in 1889 in the Richardsonian Romanesque style, and until fairly recently the dramatic peaked roof above the sanctuary was metal, which would make it uncomfortably hot in there sometimes! Thankfully the metal was replaced by regular shingles a few years ago. I think the most distinct features of its design are its massive pillars and deep, shady porch. The stained glass windows are also quite beautiful. Oh and there's an amazing, enormous pipe organ in the sanctuary. First Congregational is on the National Register of Historic Places. You can read a little about its history HERE.