St Luke's Episcopal Church 

🧱 St. Luke’s Episcopal Church



Address: 501 Hammond Avenue, Hot Springs, SD 57747


Built: 1902


First Occupant: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church


Current Occupant: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church


Architect: Fred Hein


Contractor: Unknown


Sandstone Quarry: Evans Quarry, Fall River County, SD — located five miles east of Hot Springs


Architectural Style: Gothic Revival


📜  Historical Overview


St. Luke’s Episcopal Church was constructed in 1902, designed by architect Fred Hein and built of native Fall River sandstone from the Evans Quarry. The church is a fine example of Gothic Revival architecture, with pointed-arch stained-glass windows, buttressed walls, and a crenellated bell tower anchoring the west façade.

The stained-glass windows, installed between 1902 and 1910, include memorial panels dedicated to early parishioners and benefactors. The cruciform plan, with a nave running east–west and a chancel at the east end, reflects the traditional layout of Episcopal churches of the period.

Since its earliest years, St. Luke’s has been an active parish, hosting worship services, community events, and outreach programs. Its prominent corner location and finely cut pink sandstone walls have made it one of Hot Springs’ most recognizable historic landmarks.


📍 Modern Era
Today, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church continues to serve its congregation and the wider community. Its architecture remains largely unchanged, with original stained-glass windows still in place. The building stands as both a place of worship and a lasting tribute to Hot Springs’ sandstone heritage.


🔍 Research Notes & Requests
Save Our Sandstone is still seeking:

  • Original construction photographs
  • Records identifying the contractor and stonemasons
  • Early parish meeting minutes or bulletins


QR Code Info:  Built in 1902 from Evans Quarry sandstone, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church is a fine example of Gothic Revival architecture. Its pointed-arch stained-glass windows and crenellated bell tower anchor the west façade. The church has long been a hub for worship and community events. The original stained-glass windows and traditional cruciform layout remain, preserving its architectural and historical significance in Hot Springs.

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