Old Trondhjem Church

Road to Old Trondhjem Church
Photo by John Noltner

Old Trondhjem Church is located near Lonsdale, Minnesota in Rice County. Built by Norwegian immigrant farmers and placed on a hilltop with views of the rolling countryside, the first church on this spot was constructed in 1878. In 1899, it was redesigned and rebuilt incorporating parts of the first church.

No longer occupied by the Trondhjem Lutheran Church congregation, Old Trondhjem Church is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is under the care and restoration of the Trondhjem Community Preservation Society, Inc.

 

Trondhjem Community Preservation Society

The Trondhjem Community Preservation Society, Inc. was formed in 1988 by dedicated parish and community members. The mission of TCPS is to preserve and restore the Old Trondhjem Church building, to collect and display the history of the community of Trondhjem, Minnesota, and to promote the use of the old building for appropriate functions such as community events, concerts, family reunions, and weddings.

After years of hard work, the monumental task of preserving and revitalizing the landmark church was completed. This achievement was recognized through the designation of Old Trondhjem Church as a National HIstoric Site, and through a 2002 Preservation Alliance of Minnesota Award.

Events

The Trondhjem Community Preservation Society, Inc. holds many annual events, including: