Click image to enlarge. Old Grace Episcopal is among the oldest churches in Sheffield. Constructed in 1903, it is a brick and stone building designed in the Late Victorian Gothic style. In 1963 the Episcopal Diocese sold the building and parishioners moved to a suburban location. Various congregations used it afterwards. Maintenance of the structure remains a concern, and leaks in the roof contribute to ongoing moisture damage in the building. The original woodwork and historic fixtures remain, but previous owners removed the stained glass and pews.
There is hope for Old Grace Episcopal Church. The Colbert County Historical Landmarks Foundation recently acquired the building to prevent its demolition. Working with the Historic Sheffield Commission, the Landmarks Foundation is raising funds to restore the building. These dedicated volunteers plan to preserve it as a museum, an events center, and as a place for other community uses.
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