1971 Santa Monica Landmarks 2003

Santa Monica Planning Division Santa Monica Landmarks Tour, 2003.

48. First Methodist-Episcopal Church, 1875-1876

2621 2nd Street

Architect: Unknown

Designation: 4 January 1977

     "A simplified variation of a Gothic Revival style, the building was the first church erected in Santa Monica. The site was donated by the Santa Monica Land Company of City founder John P. Jones. Located originally at Sixth and Arizona, the church was moved to Hill and Lake Streets in 1899 and occupied by the Ocean Park Methodist-Episcopal Church. Lake Street became Washington Boulevard, and is now Second Street.

     "In 1923, the old church was sold to the Stephen Jackson Women's Relief Corps, No. 124 and was renamed "Patriotic Hall." In 1971, it became a private residence." p. 20

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 Kelyn Roberts 2017