Year Established: 1881
Constructed by the Presbyterian Church of Bellefonte, this striking building replaced the home of Reverend Dr. James Linn, who served as pastor from 1810 to 1868. His long tenure helped shape early Bellefonte’s religious and community life. His son, Judge Samuel Linn, for whom Linn Street is named, went on to become a prominent Pennsylvania judge, further cementing the family’s legacy in both faith and law.
Over the years, the building also housed the First National Bank, adding a financial chapter to its history. Architecturally, the structure is an eclectic blend of styles, combining Victorian Gothic, 8th–9th century Romanesque elements, Greek pilasters, and even subtle Egyptian accents—creating a picturesque and highly distinctive facade.
Today, the building is home to law offices, but it continues to stand as a testament to Bellefonte’s layered history and its evolution from ecclesiastical to civic and professional use.
