1869-2019: 150 years of Trinity

2019 marks the 150th anniversary of Trinity United Methodist’s historic church building. Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church was formed in 1827 and in 1869 the congregation completed the first portion of their current building (now the newly renovated GREAT Room). They also laid the foundation of the large “auditorium” (now our Sanctuary). During 2019, Trinity is planning events to celebrate the beauty of our historic structure and promote the continued and creative use of our space. The celebration is titled “Built to Last: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.” 

Read more about Trinity's history here.
Read more about Trinity's Historic Preservation here. 

Built to Last: Open House and Concert

The first celebration was on Thursday, February 28 from 5 to 7:30 pm. This event began with a hors d’oevre reception in our GREAT Room (the original sanctuary), where the woodwork was restored during a recent renovation. The event continued with educational lectures and musical performances by:
  • Amber Traeger, formally Kaleidoscope Stained Glass
  • Tommy Kleckner, Indiana Landmarks
  • Traveler’s Dream
  • Tom Nichols, Organist
  • Caitlin Thomas accompanied by Pastor Tracey Leslie
Learn more on our Facebook Event page and see WLFI's coverage of the event.

Artist Work Days: March 2nd and May 4th

Trinity United Methodist Church’s historic building will be open from 9 am until 4 pm on Saturday, March 2nd and Saturday, May 4th. Artists may explore the beauty of our 150-year-old space and create work inspired by it. Stained glass windows, handcrafted woodwork, crystal chandelier, Goulding and Wood Organ, and much more are waiting to inspire photographers, painters, designers, sculptors, writers, musicians and more!

Studio spaces are available for reservation and the entire building will be available to photograph, draw, paint, and more! Artists participating are asked to contribute work created in or inspired by the space to a show to be exhibited Summer 2019 through the September Gallery Walk. 

September Gallery Walk Ice Cream Social

Friday, September 27, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
During the September Gallery Walk, we will be hosting an exhibit of art inspired by our building as well as food trucks. More about Tippecanoe Arts Federation Gallery Walks here.

Homecoming Luncheon​​ October 13

More to come soon!
As we celebrate our historic structure, we remember the faithful people who have laid a strong foundation at Trinity and give thanks for the many creative ways we are currently using our space to build a stronger community. Your gifts to Trinity and Historic Preservation make these initiatives possible by preserving our historic foundations and making sure that we have the infrastructure to continuing meeting the needs of our community. 

Thank you to our sponsors!

City of Lafayette
​Sheila Klinker
Distinctive Rental Properties
Link Management
Sound Advice
Civic Theater of Greater Lafayette