St. John’s Episcopal Church 🇺🇸

If you are exploring the historic heart of Charleston, West Virginia, you will want to make a stop at St. John's Episcopal Church. Located at 1105 Quarrier Street, this historic place of worship offers a fascinating glimpse into local heritage and sacred design. Recognized nationally for its importance, the building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1989 and designated as a contributing property in the Downtown Charleston Historic District in 2006. As you approach the site, you can admire its beautiful Late Gothic Revival architecture, crafted by notable architectural figures including Isaac Pursell alongside the firm Warne, Tucker, Silling & Hutchison.

Associated with historic individuals like Alexander T. Laidley, the church carries deep significance spanning key periods from 1875 through 1949. Today, St. John's Episcopal Church remains an active, welcoming parish within the Episcopal Diocese of West Virginia under the leadership of the Very Rev. Eric L.

Miller. Serving both religious and civic functions, it continues to bring people together for worship and community engagement. Whether you are passionate about historic American architecture or interested in local West Virginia history, visiting this impressive Quarrier Street property allows you to appreciate a living piece of Charleston's rich past.

What to see at St. John's Episcopal Church

• Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and part of the Downtown Charleston Historic District.
• Features striking Late Gothic Revival architectural style designed by Isaac Pursell and other architects.
• Historic ties to prominent figures like Alexander T. Laidley and key periods spanning 1875 to 1949.
• An active parish in the Episcopal Diocese of West Virginia led by the Very Rev. Eric L. Miller.
• Serves both religious and social civic functions in the local Charleston community.

Visiting tips

When visiting 1105 Quarrier Street, take time to appreciate the building's Late Gothic Revival architecture, which represents key historical periods from 1875 to 1949.

How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Sunday morning

How to get there & what’s nearby

St. John's Episcopal Church is easy to reach on Charleston’s public transport, and pairs naturally with West Virginia State Museum and African Zion Baptist Church. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Charleston travel guide.