First Congregational Church, Colorado Springs

Name: First Congregational Church
Address: 103 Pawnee Ave, Colorado Springs, United States

#73 among attractions in Colorado Springs

Church, Gothic Revival architecture

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First Congregational Church, Colorado Springs

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First Congregational Church is a historic church at 101 Pawnee Avenue in Manitou Springs, Colorado. Completed in August 1880, it was the first church built in Manitou Springs and is the oldest continuously operated Congregational church in Colorado. Due to an influx of tourists during the summer, it was enlarged in 1891. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. ()

Built: 1880 (144 years ago)Coordinates: 38°51'23"N, 104°54'50"W

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103 Pawnee AveColorado Springs United States

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Cave of the Winds, Barr Trail, Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Miramont Castle.

1.2 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Cave of the Winds, Colorado Springs
30 min walk • Nestled in the scenic landscapes of El Paso County, Colorado Springs, the Cave of the Winds is a natural wonder that has been captivating visitors for over a century. This underground marvel is a premier tourist attraction, offering an adventure into the heart of the...
1.1 miW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Trail
Barr Trail, Colorado Springs
28 min walk • Barr Trail is a 13-mile trail in the Pike National Forest that begins in Manitou Springs, Colorado and ends at the Pikes Peak summit. The high elevation trail with a long sustained grade is rated more difficult by the U.S. Forest Service.
0.5 miN
Museum, Ruins, History museum
Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado Springs
12 min walk • The Manitou Cliff Dwellings are a privately-owned tourist attraction consisting of replica Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings and interpretive exhibits located just west of Colorado Springs, Colorado, on U.S. Highway 24 in Manitou Springs.
0.5 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Miramont Castle, Colorado Springs
13 min walk • Miramont Castle is a museum located in Manitou Springs, Colorado. The Castle was originally built in 1895 as a private home for Father Jean Baptist Francolon, a French-born Catholic priest. Located in the Manitou Springs Historic District, it is a National Register of Historic Places listing.
~1370 ftNW
Area
Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs
7 min walk • Manitou Springs is a home rule municipality located at the foot of Pikes Peak in western El Paso County, Colorado, United States. The town was founded for its natural mineral springs.
1.5 miNE
Spectacular rock formations and trails
Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs
38 min walk • Garden of the Gods is a public park located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. It was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1971.
1.1 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall
Rainbow Falls, Colorado Springs
29 min walk • Rainbow Falls is a waterfall located on Fountain Creek in Manitou Springs, Colorado. The falls' plunge is located beneath a bridge that links Manitou Avenue to Highway 24.
1.1 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Rock
Steamboat Rock, Colorado Springs
28 min walk • Steamboat Rock is a rock formation in the Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It is easily accessible by paved road and is a popular spot for tourist photography.
0.6 miSE
Cemetery
Crystal Valley Cemetery, Colorado Springs
17 min walk • Crystal Valley Cemetery is a cemetery located on Plainview Place in Manitou Springs, Colorado. Since its establishment in 1882, it has been the principal cemetery in Manitou Springs. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
~1230 ftNE
Bridge
Bridge over Fountain Creek, Colorado Springs
6 min walk • The List of Manitou Springs Historic District includes 80 buildings and resources in the historic district of Manitou Springs, Colorado.
1.1 miNE
Park, View point
Balanced Rock, Colorado Springs
28 min walk • A balancing rock, also called a balanced rock or precarious boulder, is a naturally occurring geological formation featuring a large rock or boulder, sometimes of substantial size, resting on other rocks, bedrock, or on glacial till.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to First Congregational Church?

Nearby attractions include Bridge over Fountain Creek, Colorado Springs (6 min walk), Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs (7 min walk), Manitou Springs Historic District, Colorado Springs (10 min walk), Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado Springs (12 min walk).

How to get to First Congregational Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to First Congregational Church:

Train

Manitou Springs (24 min walk)