One of our visions at St. James Ithaca is to share the historic story of our church; please feel free to check out our virtual tour or schedule a physical visit.
St James 3D Virtual Tour
Explore St. James A.M.E. Zion Ithaca in virtual 3D and learn about the church's historic architecture.
Visit St. James AME Zion Ithaca personally to discover the congregation's history and its members.
Learn the Rich History of our
Historic church in Ithaca
St. James A.M.E. Zion Church, built in 1833, is the oldest church structure in Ithaca and one of the first of the A.M.E. Zion churches in the country. We are proud to hold the title of having the oldest-surviving church structure within the A.M.E. Zion Church ministry.
As a treasured landmark of Ithaca's religious heritage, we desire to preserve and share the history of our church, share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and cultivate relationships with God’s people.
Our church kitchen. Stove has been removed, lighting does not work properly, and all cabinetry has been removed in preparation for it's eventual renovation
Our church kitchen. Stove has been removed, lighting does not work properly, and all cabinetry has been removed in preparation for it's eventual renovation
St James Kitchen floor and walls are removed.
Preparation for concrete pour.
New concrete floor poured.
St. James Community Kitchen Campaign
The revitalized church kitchen aims to bring our community together through flavorful meals while also providing a sustainable revenue stream for our mission. We're enthusiastic about local businesses having the chance to utilize the space, promoting culinary innovation, and contributing to the growth of our community.
