Captain Perry, at a Fourth of July picnic. He gave a speech at the opening of the Church.
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"Seth Richey remembered dedication he was around school age - he and his mother walked there carrying cakes - roof was finished same day. Captain Perry made the speech. Lopez Center Community Church build before turn of century - as a community project - by the people - all denominations contributed."
Captain Perry is pictured seated, center, in the hat with a large beard.
This file appears in: A Beloved Historic Building, Still in Regular Use - Lopez Center Church
A Beloved Historic Building, Still in Regular Use - Lopez Center Church
"Of all the historic structures on Lopez Island, none is more beautiful, nor more beloved, than Center Church. Now a candidate for the National Historic Registry, the old building serves as a focal point for the community, and stands as a…