The Oldest Church In Wisconsin Dates Back To The 1830s And You Need To See It

When early European settlers created a new life in America, they began erecting churches in the wilderness. Some of these early churches were little more than log cabins, but they were an important part of life in these early colonies. While many of the earliest churches are long gone, an early example of a Wisconsin church still stands proudly. The Old Saint Peter’s Catholic Church is a simple structure that offers a glimpse of another era. It’s located in Old World Wisconsin and here’s why you need to see it.

The Old Saint Peter’s Catholic Church is an easy day trip from places like Madison and Milwaukee. It’s in the heart of Old World Wisconsin, a large outdoor museum to outdoor life that’s located in Eagle, Wisconsin.

Old World Wisconsin has a collection of more than 60 historic buildings that are located on a 480-acre property that’s open to the public.

The property has many historic farm buildings and homes and it’s anchored by a church that’s one of the state’s oldest buildings.

The Old Saint Peter’s Catholic Church has been a church on the move. This is actually its third home. It was first located on Murray Avenue in Milwaukee, and was later moved to the grounds of Saint Francis de Sales Seminary.

Like many of the buildings at Old World Wisconsin, it’s a simple building, constructed by hand, long ago.

The church has a stone foundation and a steeple with a simple wooden cross. While it’s not an elaborate building, it’s a beautiful old church and it’s worth seeking out.

Learn more about Old Saint Peter’s Catholic Church and get ticket information on the Old World Wisconsin website. While you’re in the area, you may want to explore one of Wisconsin’s best driving areas – the amazing Kettle Moraine State Forest.