First Church of Christ, Milwaukee

Name: First Church of Christ
Address: Milwaukee, United States

#216 among attractions in Milwaukee

Church, Neoclassical architecture

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The former First Church of Christ, Scientist, built in 1907, is an historic Christian Science church edifice located at 1443–1451 North Prospect Avenue in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It was designed in the Classical Revival style by noted Chicago architect Solon Spencer Beman, who designed at least a dozen other Christian Science churches across the country. On March 8, 1989, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. Today it is occupied by 1451 Renaissance Place and is the venue for weddings and other social events as well as corporate events. ()

Built: 1907 (118 years ago)Coordinates: 43°2'57"N, 87°53'41"W

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Lower East SideMilwaukee United States

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First Church of Christ – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Milwaukee Art Museum, Betty Brinn Children's Museum, St. Hedwig's, Green Gallery.

0.6 miS
A-list art in an architectural landmark
Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee
17 min walk • The Milwaukee Art Museum, an architectural landmark and cultural beacon in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, stands as a testament to the city's commitment to the arts. This striking museum, known for its expansive collection and innovative design, draws visitors from around the...
0.8 miS
Museum, Children's museum
Betty Brinn Children's Museum, Milwaukee
20 min walk • The Betty Brinn Children's Museum is a non-profit children's museum located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
~1650 ftNW
Church
St. Hedwig's, Milwaukee
8 min walk • St. Hedwig's Roman Catholic Church, is a Roman Catholic parish located at 1702 N. Humboldt Ave. on Milwaukee, Wisconsin's East Side at the center of the East Brady Street Historic District, in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Milwaukee.
~230 ftN
Museum, Art gallery
Green Gallery, Milwaukee
2 min walk • The Green Gallery is a contemporary art gallery located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The gallery was founded by John Riepenhoff in the attic of his apartment in Milwaukee's Riverwest neighborhood in 2003.
0.7 miS
Bridge
Reiman Bridge, Milwaukee
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0.5 miSW
Church, Spiritual
Summerfield United Methodist Church, Milwaukee
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0.7 miSW
Church, Neo-baroque architecture
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~1070 ftSW
Park
Burns Commons, Milwaukee
6 min walk • Burns Commons is a park in the Milwaukee County Parks system. It is located on the East Side of the city, bound by Franklin Pl. Prospect Ave. and Ogden Ave. It is split into two sections by Knapp Street.
0.5 miE
Sailing, Marina
McKinley Marina, Milwaukee
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0.7 miSW
Park, Sacred and religious sites, Playground
Cathedral Square Park, Milwaukee
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0.6 miS
History museum, Museum, Memorial
Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, Milwaukee
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to First Church of Christ?

Nearby attractions include Green Gallery, Milwaukee (2 min walk), Shank Hall, Milwaukee (3 min walk), Jewish Museum Milwaukee, Milwaukee (3 min walk), Burns Commons, Milwaukee (6 min walk).

How to get to First Church of Christ by public transport?

The nearest stations to First Church of Christ:

Tram

Burns Commons • Lines: M (4 min walk)
Ogden at Astor • Lines: M (8 min walk)

Train

Milwaukee (39 min walk)

Bus

Milwaukee Greyhound Station (40 min walk)