Parthenia Chapel

Originally established in 1921 as a circuit church, this site lost its congregation in 2001. The building was sold at auction and later converted into a residence before burning down in 2016. The site is now part of a working cattle farm.

This former Methodist church operated as a circuit church until 2001 when its congregation dwindled to three members. The Methodist Convention sold the property at auction, and the building was repurposed as a residence. It was destroyed by fire in 2016, with only the original poured concrete front steps remaining. The land is currently used as part of an active cattle farm.

Parthenia Chapel in Carthage, TN, reflects a century of spiritual history as a former Methodist circuit church. Though its congregation faded by 2001 and the building was lost to fire in 2016, the original concrete steps remain as a quiet testament to its past. Now part of a working cattle farm, the site offers a poignant glimpse into rural faith’s evolution.

Pros

• Historical significance as a 1921 Methodist circuit church with preserved original concrete steps.

Cons

• No longer an active place of worship with current congregation or services.
• Limited public information due to unknown website presence.
• Site is a working cattle farm, which may restrict visitor access or on-site exploration.