Rutland Center Church

The white building looks nondescript from the road. However, within its humble walls, the Rutland Center Church remains a standing piece of history in Dane County. The church was built in 1852 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004.

The Rutland Center Church is owned by the Town of Rutland and not affiliated with any organized religion. The renovation of the historic Rutland Center Church was completed in 2013. The building is now available for use by individuals and groups that would appreciate its intimate atmosphere, suitable for small weddings, funerals, services, meetings, and other purposes. Use of the building is not limited to Town of Rutland residents.

The one-room building has a capacity of 100 people. The well-insulated building is wired for light and electric heat, but may not be suitable for use during the hottest or coldest months of the year. There is no running water or toilet facilities.

The church is located at 4528 Rome Corners Road, three miles south of Oregon, WI (near the intersection of Hwy 14 and County Hwy A).

Click HERE for our Rental Request Form

Please contact us for more information!

Town of Rutland Clerk
Dawn George 
Phone: 608-455-3925
Email: clerk@town.rutland.wi.us

Rutland Center Church Volunteer Stewards
Chris and Kathy Ziemba
Phone: 608-347-1089

Links to archival documents:

• Photo Essay Documenting Rutland Center Church Renovation 2012
• National Registry & History of the Rutland Center Church
• Rutland Center Church Articles

Contributions welcome:

With the completion of the church renovation, interest turns to maintaining the historic building and encourage the use of the building. Contributions from individuals continue to be a major source of revenue for this purpose. The Rutland Center Church is owned by the Town of Rutland and not affiliated with any organized religion. No taxpayer funds are being used for its restoration. Committee members volunteer their labor without remuneration.

Join the Friends of the Rutland Center Church by volunteering or by donating to preserve this local piece of history. Click HERE for more information.