Welsh Congregational Temple  - 1861  (Fire 1997, Razed 2022)

 220 N. Elm St., Yo. OH 44503

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• Founded in 1861 by Welsh American immigrants, located at 220 N. Elm Street.

• Originally constructed in Greek Revival style; expanded in 1887 with Queen Anne elements.

• Cruciform plan, polygonal tower, dormer windows, and layered rooflines made it a landmark.

• Served as cultural hub for the Welsh community; hosted Ohio’s first Eisteddfod (Welsh music festival).

• Welsh parishioners were instrumental in building blast furnaces in Brier Hill and working in coal mines.

• Sold in 1976; damaged by fire in 1997; demolished April 28, 2022.

• Salvaged pews, woodwork, photographs, and archival records preserve its legacy.

• The Mahoning Valley Historical Society continues to document its history.

• Source: Youngstown Vindicator; Welsh Congregational Church Renovation Project Report #ED-24 1983