This old church saw a lot of action in its day! I wonder how far away people lived and what it took to get there. I was imagining all of the Easter services that went on there. Adults and children dressed to the nines!
I am excited to see that others care about this old building, and it seems we are possible relatives. I just heard about your site Friday night from a distant relative in Texas. My grandmother was the last active member of this church and I too have quite a few ancestors buried there. I remember attending services there as a child with my grandparents. I have items in my possession that I am sure you would be interested in tied to this church. Susan Smith DeVane
Would be really nice if someone had the money to restore a building with so many history and looking at from what you guys showed us it’s a remarkable place.
Like I have mentioned before on your other videos. nothing lost or forgotten. God has it all stored and kept in his hands. All the voices and laughter is still going day to day in the places we walk today.. Don't forget, we are NEVER Alone
When all the old buildings are gone there will be nothing left for the youth of the future to relate to. Great video, just so dismayed that the church has suffered from vandalism . Thanks all.
Just imagine all the old revivals that went on in that church. I know it's a building and the church moved on, but in needs to be restored as a historical landmark. It could be rented out for receptions weddings....
William Harrison I wonder what it would take to get something like this listed on the National Register Of Historic places... and if that would do any good to help save it.
My daughter got married sat. in Dade City,FLA.garden club.The building is a very old church that the garden club bought,and moved from Virginia.I loved the history and the gardens are awesome!
If these walls could talk oh the stories they could tell. It would be interesting to see records of the congregation. Town hall meetings so interesting. Great video 🚙
I can't believe how old this church is and still standing strong. It's nice to look at historical places. I can imagine how you feel being there with your childhood memories. Great video! Thanks!👍
There is an old house from the 1830s that our community loved so they formed a volunteer group and a trust for the home. They eventually bought it and now its been structurally repaired and partly restored. You can tour it for $7 and the grounds are a park. Im just saying if you love a structure, you cant wait around for someone to save it, you have to act fast and it takes a lot of money so you need help. People will help but nobody wants to take something like that on by themselves. Churches would help you to.
Have been watching your channel for awhile now. This is my first comment...love what you guys do and the respect you all show. Preserving history through sharing before its TOTALLY gone. Thank you.
I wish I was rich I'd find old structures like this buy the land and restore them . I'd either put them back into use for something, donate them, and use them for historical education .
Lovely little church it amazes me all the beautiful places you find off the beaten track and the real history about real ordinary Americans and the life they led not as is so often the case only focussing on the wealthy few. I love the exploration your channel encapsulates and the obvious love, interest and fascination you have for your stories. It’s a window into a part of the world I wouldn’t have been able to explore without your stories. Warmest Best Regards from Chesterfield England 🏴
It's fascinating watching this video again. Brian, regarding old buildings holding on to distinctive smells, I have a memory of that. My husband and I were Mission hopping in CA (took several years), and I remember going into what was the entry room, staffed, that had a distinct grape/wine smell. I asked the staffer if we could watch the wine being brewed and she looked at me funny. She said that wine hadn't been brewed for 150 years, but the winery was the large room next to the one we were in. She said once in a while someone could smell the brewing but she never had. Neither did my husband. I was utterly charmed by that.
Awesome to see a historical church still standing and the craftsmanship. It's a shame that people have to desecrate a church. Doesn't look like many people go there, might have luck metal detecting.
My house is 116yrs. old and is a very important structure to my town. The ground was purchased in 1855 from Fort DesMoines in Iowa. I am not able to restore it im praying whom ever buys it will do restoration.
A lot of old time singings and dinner on the ground, prayer meetings have pass through those doors back in the day church was the center of everyone's life.It takes use back home from where we came the little places in so many states. great job enjoyed the visit.
I know that the Sidestep Adventures crew aren’t looking to impoverish themselves by fixing up the buildings they share with us, but some folks in my hometown of Issaquah Washington saved many of the town’s historic structures in a way that was clever and profitable. They moved the structures to a pretty location off of a main drag. They restored the structures and rented them out as little shops. The structures are saved, little signs tell you about the history. People can go inside and shop or eat at one of the small restaurants amid the charm of the history of the place. And they produce revenue. It is called Gilman Village. www.gilmanvillage.com/about_a001.php3
Such a beautiful video, just imagine ,like you said, what meetings and gatherings that happened there, only if the walls could talk, thank you for this Gem.
Another great video. I'm from north central Indiana and up here you almost never see a rural building that is that old. I think between population density and climate, buildings don't stay that long. If something isn't used for a few years It's torn down and replaced, lost forever. Another reason is snow. When snow melts the moisture slowly creeps into the wood, only to freeze and melt again. Much more destructive than rain.
It is nice to know if you have relations buried in a certain place, it is all part of our living history of mankind. Most interesting about nail dating. The mention of slaves was also very interesting from an outsiders point of view. Love your stuff
Beautiful church Robert ... Robert repair that hole in the side would not take you guys that long .. Robert What kind of car is that , that's a beautiful auto... Joe Navy vet
The Church building was probably Hewn Log and the Clapboard was added in the 1920s. No Doubt -there are historical photos of this Church somewhere! Check the County archives/Historical society
Mr. Harrison when your friend is standing on the side of the church. Zoom in on the window to the left of the door. There is a spirit of a man with his left leg lifted up,& nee bent.
Nice video. Should have put the window frames inside. Place needs a little tender care. Sad that will waste away in the future. Would make a good project by the he local historical commission. How about a state historical marker. Keep up the good work.
Hey guys...although the sense of smell is the most primal of pur senses - I understand what you were doing, please consider the wood may be laden with lead in the paint. Bad stuff. I'm sure an occasional whiff is OK but please be aware. Keep up the good work!
Robert I love your videos, history of and your personal reflections of places you visit and document in Georgia and Alabama and I find myself wishing that I had grown up in and would be living in that area: it's beautiful and peaceful country. I especially like it when a place you're documenting is a part of your own, personal history such as this amazing church. I like the way you feel about old, abandoned buildings, I'm the same way. I can't look at an old abandoned building be it a former home, grocery store or etc. and not wonder what the people were like that lived in that home or used that grocery store. I wonder how hard their lives were, how many children did they have, were they happy, did they live long or was their life one of tragedy. There are a couple of things I'm left wondering about from this video. What happened to the people of that church? Did they move to a new building abandoning this one, or did the congregation break up and disband? How far did you live from this church growing up? Make it three questions, I have another. The end of this video seems to be cut off. You were starting to say that this building was originally a 2 story building and it wasn't built as a church but some other use. So the year 1835, is that when the building was first build for it's original purpose or is that when it became a church? If that is the date the building was originally built, in what year did it become a church?
Did you say Ellaville as in Ellaville Georgia.. in the late 50s up till 1964 I live there in Ellaville as a little boy we left when I was around 9 years old ended up in Michigan where I live today I was too young to remember this church ever ever knew about it but I love watching explorers on TH-cam
I am surprised that no body is using the land. Of course, with a cemetery on it, there are complications. Still, land is valuable. Trees reproduce naturally. In that period of time, I am rather surprised that trees are not growing over the entire property. Somebody must be cutting down new tree growth.
I would get historical City council members and see if these Church can't be rebuilt to it's all original I don't know how big this town is but there's got to be a historical society there somewhere
You guys should try and get a work crew together and paint and re-attach the old loose board maybe habitat for old windows .Once the work starts you would be surprised who would help donate time or money. It would help save the 200 years old church. Maybe help it last another 100 years. It would be a waste to see it disappear.
I would absolutely love to. But unfortunately I have no idea who owns the church, even after searching through tax records. It appears the land is currently held tied up in an estate. I’m not sure what the legalities are since it used to be a church and has a cemetery right outside the front door. I’m assuming the church no longer owns it.
Why are place like this or any other place for gotten, once these place had life with in them now nature take our. This building was here in the 1800 years and why do we let them just vanished. It’s history it’s about life the times now look what people do they write graffiti they tears up places like this why?😞 I have always believe just cause things get old why tear them down I’m talking about 50,100,200 plus years old torn down and once they are they can never be restored. In Ft Worth TX we had the most beautiful theatre, Beautiful red carpet beautiful marble floors, pillars inside almost like Romans use in their palace, it was stunning but some torn down fir parlors two were kept but redone on the inside and out and does not even look even close to what it look like. Guess when it’s my time I’ll be just dust in the win. Great video guys has heart ❤️ feeling 💕 and taking the time to say bye to our history.✌🏻🇺🇸
Oh, it was a "Church of Christ" as that is their tradition, although today they don't seperate male and female. But still no musical instruments in church. I marvel at where each of the Protestant Denominations focus their particular attention so strongly and note that these are largely USA born traditions. Amazing pieces of history in Religion and so many were expanded in the Applacia area of Tennessee and Kentucky. All are blessed with eternal Souls, the energies of which are of and from the Source, Creator, God. Be confident in your worthiness and live well in positive thoughts, and joyful experiences of your Life Journey. Peace, Harmony, and Wellbeing be with you always ...
Leslie Oldenettel thank you! I don’t have any old pictures of it, never even seen any. Unfortunately. I’m sure they’re out there, in someone’s attic...
Hey guys. Love the video but I find something a little strange. I've read loads of the comments and I can't see anyone asking this question. Where are the headstones ? People buried over the years that this Church was used yet not one headstone. Very strange. Any ideas ? 🌷💚🌷
By looking at the building only the main support beams and stud work is original the mortar and blocks look like early 1900 lime mortar, The sawed lumber also early to late 1900s . Bet the siding boards are planed on one side only. This building is ballooned framed . not platformed like modern buildings. original building was most likely a mix of timber frame and balloon frame. building has probably been remodeled several times.
You should do some research and check local congregations . The people that used to go here may have built a new church near by, and maybe some older people attending that church could tell you some history about this church when it was still in operation .
There are so many memories attached to this building and it's being allowed to go into the earth. Why is it wrong to selvage wood, windows, and doors to add to other homes or building to keep the memory alive. It's going to be lost, if not. It's not a shame to save honey bees. They are vital to our lives. And, they are endangered.
I also feel your pain of the loss of so many churches in this area of GA. I to have ancestors in this area. Red Hill Primitive Baptist Church. Between Elaville and Olgathorp. Would love to see again. I have moved to TX but think of often. I have been in genealogy for around thirty years or so Dr Bevelns rom Elaville is in my tree.
What a beautiful country church. Too bad it can be saved as a historical site. We need to save our history instead of tearing buildings down, we need to conserve and save our history.
This old church saw a lot of action in its day! I wonder how far away people lived and what it took to get there. I was imagining all of the Easter services that went on there. Adults and children dressed to the nines!
even with the church so far gone you can still get a strong sense of peace and tranquility
I like how the flooring still had a shine to it. This house is just waiting for a new congregation to start singing the old hymns again.
I am excited to see that others care about this old building, and it seems we are possible relatives. I just heard about your site Friday night from a distant relative in Texas. My grandmother was the last active member of this church and I too have quite a few ancestors buried there. I remember attending services there as a child with my grandparents. I have items in my possession that I am sure you would be interested in tied to this church. Susan Smith DeVane
Would be really nice if someone had the money to restore a building with so many history and looking at from what you guys showed us it’s a remarkable place.
Seeing old churches and cemeteries have always been a passion, especially those that are keep up. Enjoyed the history of this church.
Like I have mentioned before on your other videos. nothing lost or forgotten. God has it all stored and kept in his hands. All the voices and laughter is still going day to day in the places we walk today.. Don't forget, we are NEVER Alone
When all the old buildings are gone there will be nothing left for the youth
of the future to relate to.
Great video, just so dismayed that the church has suffered from vandalism .
Thanks all.
Just imagine all the old revivals that went on in that church. I know it's a building and the church moved on, but in needs to be restored as a historical landmark. It could be rented out for receptions weddings....
It is a very enjoyable video.I hope this church is not lost to time. It should be ahistorical landmark. Amazing video.
William Harrison I wonder what it would take to get something like this listed on the National Register Of Historic places... and if that would do any good to help save it.
It’s so sad to see history being forgotten! I wish it could be saved!!
Me too
My daughter got married sat. in Dade City,FLA.garden club.The building is a very old church that the garden club bought,and moved from Virginia.I loved the history and the gardens are awesome!
If these walls could talk oh the stories they could tell. It would be interesting to see records of the congregation. Town hall meetings so interesting. Great video 🚙
Excellent lesson in history ... gratifying to watch your connection Witt the church , thank you .
I can't believe how old this church is and still standing strong. It's nice to look at historical places. I can imagine how you feel being there with your childhood memories. Great video! Thanks!👍
There is an old house from the 1830s that our community loved so they formed a volunteer group and a trust for the home. They eventually bought it and now its been structurally repaired and partly restored. You can tour it for $7 and the grounds are a park.
Im just saying if you love a structure, you cant wait around for someone to save it, you have to act fast and it takes a lot of money so you need help. People will help but nobody wants to take something like that on by themselves. Churches would help you to.
Dragon Crackers , where would you go and who would you talk to ...to get it started to save a place like this ? That sounds like a great idea !!
Have been watching your channel for awhile now. This is my first comment...love what you guys do and the respect you all show. Preserving history through sharing before its TOTALLY gone. Thank you.
I wish I was rich I'd find old structures like this buy the land and restore them . I'd either put them back into use for something, donate them, and use them for historical education .
I really dig what you guys are doing keep up the good work.
Lovely little church it amazes me all the beautiful places you find off the beaten track and the real history about real ordinary Americans and the life they led not as is so often the case only focussing on the wealthy few. I love the exploration your channel encapsulates and the obvious love, interest and fascination you have for your stories. It’s a window into a part of the world I wouldn’t have been able to explore without your stories. Warmest Best Regards from Chesterfield England 🏴
It's fascinating watching this video again. Brian, regarding old buildings holding on to distinctive smells, I have a memory of that. My husband and I were Mission hopping in CA (took several years), and I remember going into what was the entry room, staffed, that had a distinct grape/wine smell. I asked the staffer if we could watch the wine being brewed and she looked at me funny. She said that wine hadn't been brewed for 150 years, but the winery was the large room next to the one we were in. She said once in a while someone could smell the brewing but she never had. Neither did my husband. I was utterly charmed by that.
Another great video, looking forward to more.
Awesome to see a historical church still standing and the craftsmanship. It's a shame that people have to desecrate a church. Doesn't look like many people go there, might have luck metal detecting.
Just beautiful and so peaceful. Thank you for sharing, great video
My house is 116yrs. old and is a very important structure to my town. The ground was purchased in 1855 from Fort DesMoines in Iowa. I am not able to restore it im praying whom ever buys it will do restoration.
A lot of old time singings and dinner on the ground, prayer meetings have pass through those doors back in the day church was the center of everyone's life.It takes use back home from where we came the little places in so many states. great job enjoyed the visit.
I know that the Sidestep Adventures crew aren’t looking to impoverish themselves by fixing up the buildings they share with us, but some folks in my hometown of Issaquah Washington saved many of the town’s historic structures in a way that was clever and profitable. They moved the structures to a pretty location off of a main drag. They restored the structures and rented them out as little shops. The structures are saved, little signs tell you about the history. People can go inside and shop or eat at one of the small restaurants amid the charm of the history of the place. And they produce revenue. It is called Gilman Village. www.gilmanvillage.com/about_a001.php3
Thank you,it was so wonderful to see that old church God bless you all.🌻
I just love you're passion for these old places. So cool ❤️🤗❤️
Such a beautiful video, just imagine ,like you said, what meetings and gatherings that happened there, only if the walls could talk, thank you for this Gem.
Another great video. I'm from north central Indiana and up here you almost never see a rural building that is that old. I think between population density and climate, buildings don't stay that long. If something isn't used for a few years It's torn down and replaced, lost forever.
Another reason is snow. When snow melts the moisture slowly creeps into the wood, only to freeze and melt again. Much more destructive than rain.
That was quite fascinating to see and hear the reading about the Phillipi Church. Thanks for sharing it.
I truly appreciate your videos ..I love old buildings because I hear from them the same thing you hear from them . Keep up the good work
Thank you for showing us this church.Love these places!
Great video! Thank you for sharing this history!
It would be so great to see what the church looked like back in the day 😍
Excellent video. Very interesting. You guys seem so down to earth. Keep up the videos.👍😄
Merlin Monson thank you!
This is awesome. Love this. So old and still standing.
Interesting enjoy your explores and awesome history you find about these locations ❤️
It is nice to know if you have relations buried in a certain place, it is all part of our living history of mankind. Most interesting about nail dating. The mention of slaves was also very interesting from an outsiders point of view. Love your stuff
Beautiful church Robert ...
Robert repair that hole in the side would not take you guys that long ..
Robert What kind of car is that , that's a beautiful auto...
Joe Navy vet
Another fantastic story and history lesson.
This church was way cool! I need to come down and hit a few of your spots!
For sure! You church was cooler tho!
Awesome. Such awesome historical facts. So cool
The Church building was probably Hewn Log and the Clapboard was added in the 1920s. No Doubt -there are historical photos of this Church somewhere! Check the County archives/Historical society
Love to buy this place and restore it. Great video 😊👍
Remarkable, this was a well built church. ♡
Awesome!! Thanks for the videos.
Mr. Harrison when your friend is standing on the side of the church. Zoom in on the window to the left of the door. There is a spirit of a man with his left leg lifted up,& nee bent.
That would make a cool house. My son lives in Hickory NC in a house that was a church.
Robert, it's 3 years later. Is it still standing? Who can help preserve these old buildings? So beautiful and so sacred.
Windows may have fallen out. The potlucks back then were 100% homemade! Making me hungry.
Nice video. Should have put the window frames inside. Place needs a little tender care. Sad that will waste away in the future.
Would make a good project by the he local historical commission. How about a state historical marker. Keep up the good work.
1835, & no windows & doors, yet more solid than today's buildings.....
Love this video love Kaylin.
I'm thinking of the many joys and sorrows this church witnessed through the years.
Hey guys...although the sense of smell is the most primal of pur senses - I understand what you were doing, please consider the wood may be laden with lead in the paint. Bad stuff. I'm sure an occasional whiff is OK but please be aware. Keep up the good work!
I wish it could be restored as a piece of history.
Me too.
Robert I love your videos, history of and your personal reflections of places you visit and document in Georgia and Alabama and I find myself wishing that I had grown up in and would be living in that area: it's beautiful and peaceful country. I especially like it when a place you're documenting is a part of your own, personal history such as this amazing church. I like the way you feel about old, abandoned buildings, I'm the same way. I can't look at an old abandoned building be it a former home, grocery store or etc. and not wonder what the people were like that lived in that home or used that grocery store. I wonder how hard their lives were, how many children did they have, were they happy, did they live long or was their life one of tragedy. There are a couple of things I'm left wondering about from this video. What happened to the people of that church? Did they move to a new building abandoning this one, or did the congregation break up and disband? How far did you live from this church growing up? Make it three questions, I have another. The end of this video seems to be cut off. You were starting to say that this building was originally a 2 story building and it wasn't built as a church but some other use. So the year 1835, is that when the building was first build for it's original purpose or is that when it became a church? If that is the date the building was originally built, in what year did it become a church?
I can hear the hymns now.."The Old Rugged Cross.."
Awesome video
Wow. What a story. 👍😊
Did you say Ellaville as in Ellaville Georgia.. in the late 50s up till 1964 I live there in Ellaville as a little boy we left when I was around 9 years old ended up in Michigan where I live today I was too young to remember this church ever ever knew about it but I love watching explorers on TH-cam
You're so in love with it why don't you put up some plywood over openings?😢😊
Where is this church located?
Ellaville, GA
Beautiful church in its day!
Thanks for sharing
I am surprised that no body is using the land. Of course, with a cemetery on it, there are complications. Still, land is valuable. Trees reproduce naturally. In that period of time, I am rather surprised that trees are not growing over the entire property. Somebody must be cutting down new tree growth.
I would get historical City council members and see if these Church can't be rebuilt to it's all original I don't know how big this town is but there's got to be a historical society there somewhere
Hey robert could you find out if that church can be bought and let me know ty
You guys should try and get a work crew together and paint and re-attach the old loose board maybe habitat for old windows .Once the work starts you would be surprised who would help donate time or money. It would help save the 200 years old church. Maybe help it last another 100 years. It would be a waste to see it disappear.
I would absolutely love to. But unfortunately I have no idea who owns the church, even after searching through tax records. It appears the land is currently held tied up in an estate. I’m not sure what the legalities are since it used to be a church and has a cemetery right outside the front door. I’m assuming the church no longer owns it.
Amazing that old church hasn't burned to the ground going on 200 years!
Why are place like this or any other place for gotten, once these place had life with in them now nature take our. This building was here in the 1800 years and why do we let them just vanished. It’s history it’s about life the times now look what people do they write graffiti they tears up places like this why?😞 I have always believe just cause things get old why tear them down I’m talking about 50,100,200 plus years old torn down and once they are they can never be restored. In Ft Worth TX we had the most beautiful theatre, Beautiful red carpet beautiful marble floors, pillars inside almost like Romans use in their palace, it was stunning but some torn down fir parlors two were kept but redone on the inside and out and does not even look even close to what it look like. Guess when it’s my time I’ll be just dust in the win. Great video guys has heart ❤️ feeling 💕 and taking the time to say bye to our history.✌🏻🇺🇸
Oh, it was a "Church of Christ" as that is their tradition, although today they don't seperate male and female.
But still no musical instruments in church.
I marvel at where each of the Protestant Denominations focus their particular attention so strongly and note that these are largely USA born traditions.
Amazing pieces of history in Religion and so many were expanded in the Applacia area of Tennessee and Kentucky.
All are blessed with eternal Souls, the energies of which are of and from the Source, Creator, God. Be confident in your worthiness and live well in positive thoughts, and joyful experiences of your Life Journey.
Peace, Harmony, and Wellbeing be with you always ...
I hope someone can put up more wood and try to save this big piece of history...
I could picture ladies in the pews with the old hand held "church fans" keeping themselves cool in the summer.
This is one i forgot to like Thankyou Robert Cody and Brian
Enjoyed your video! Would you or someone else have pictures from the past you could add?
Leslie Oldenettel thank you! I don’t have any old pictures of it, never even seen any. Unfortunately. I’m sure they’re out there, in someone’s attic...
Hey guys. Love the video but I find something a little strange. I've read loads of the comments and I can't see anyone asking this question. Where are the headstones ? People buried over the years that this Church was used yet not one headstone. Very strange. Any ideas ? 🌷💚🌷
It's a nice church . Too cool💙
good one!
Thinking about those hand-hewn beams...think about how old the trees were that those beams were made from. Still a beautiful, significant structure.
Would have been great to include the cemetery.
Amazing place!
You guys should try to find old abandoned schools
Looks pretty good in side
I've been there. I have a great grandfather buried there.
By looking at the building only the main support beams and stud work is original the mortar and blocks look like early 1900 lime mortar, The sawed lumber also early to late 1900s . Bet the siding boards are planed on one side only. This building is ballooned framed . not platformed like modern buildings. original building was most likely a mix of timber frame and balloon frame. building has probably been remodeled several times.
Yes it has. I don’t remember if I included much from the church minutes I found after recording this, but it was originally very different.
Shimmy that pipe ! Funny.
I ajusted the brighrest,tent,ect. Got him visible.
Did you visit the cemetery? Sorry, I'm a new subscriber watching your old vlogs
I think theses old places should have historical markers on them. perserve the history.
I agree
Anyone else notice the name of the cemetery carved in the stone is spelled wrong? It says cemetAry, not cemetEry.
Just a thought ,come back later and metal detect around the old church building,grounds .
You should do some research and check local congregations . The people that used to go here may have built a new church near by, and maybe some older people attending that church could tell you some history about this church when it was still in operation .
I know I'm weird when all the youtube videos I watch have less than 20,000 views.
Weirdo.
Oh if you only had unlimited resources to step in and fix this up. Wouldn’t that be fun?
There are so many memories attached to this building and it's being allowed to go into the earth. Why is it wrong to selvage wood, windows, and doors to add to other homes or building to keep the memory alive. It's going to be lost, if not. It's not a shame to save honey bees. They are vital to our lives. And, they are endangered.
In New Zealand we spell cemetary ‘Cemetery’. Interesting.🤪
I also feel your pain of the loss of so many churches in this area of GA. I to have ancestors in this area. Red Hill Primitive Baptist Church. Between Elaville and Olgathorp. Would love to see again. I have moved to TX but think of often. I have been in genealogy for around thirty years or so Dr Bevelns rom Elaville is in my tree.
What a beautiful country church. Too bad it can be saved as a historical site. We need to save our history instead of tearing buildings down, we need to conserve and save our history.