Koro Methodist Church (Burlington, Carroll County, Ind.)

Historical Note

Located in Burlington (Carroll County), Ind. The Koro church was built and dedicated in the spring of 1869. Rev. Tildon Bailey was the first Pastor. It was during his pastorate the first member, Mrs. Margaret Robertson, was taken in the church. The original name of the church was Pleasant Bethel, then becomig known as College Corner, likely due to the Academy located nearby. When the post office located here, the name of the church changed to Koro. The building was first remodeled about 1915. A second remodel began in 1949 and it was rededicated on October 14, 1951. The belfrey was removed due to deterioration in 1962. The Koro Church held its' last service, closing on June 23, 1968.

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