Mississippi’s small town gems come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, including charming little chapels, like Church of Our Saviour (or The Little Church as it’s often referred to). Its adorable appearance is only part of its allure, though. Dating back to the 1800s, it’s steeped in as much history as charm. Take a look:

Arguably one of the state’s most delightful chapels, Church of Our Saviour is tucked away in the tiny town of Iuka.
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Brimming with history, the chapel was founded in 1873, and in 1992, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
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Its unique appearance can be attributed to its architectural style, which is described as Carpenter Gothic.
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Church of Our Saviour boasts several features typical of Carpenter Gothic churches, such as board and batten siding, steep roofs, and lancet windows.
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The chapel served as a beloved place of worship for many years.
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In 1985, local citizens bought it from the Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi in order to prevent its removal.
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Since then, it’s been available for rent for church services, wedding ceremonies, and as a performing arts venue.
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Maintaining the historic little chapel is an on-going process – and something that’s always been made a priority. In 1992, Iuka Heritage, Inc. was acknowledged by the Mississippi Historical Society for “the excellent restoration” of the church.
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Recently, Church of Our Saviour received a grant from the Mississippi Hills Heritage Area Alliance, which will be used to keep the building viable for future use.
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To learn more about the Church of Our Saviour and how you can help save it, click here. Keep up with the church’s progress by checking out its Facebook page.

So, did you know about this lovely little church? Or the effort to restore it? Ever visited? Know of another charming chapel? Tell us in the comments section.

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