We prepared stunning photos of Virginia abandoned churches. A southeastern U.S. state of Virginia is home to an abandoned wooden Mt. Carmel Church as well as almost several other abandoned churches. Here are 30 photos that show Virginia abandoned churches.
Today the Virginia Abandoned Church still stands, slowly being overgrown and falling apart. Adventurous urban explorers have rediscovered the hidden church a number of times over the years reporting more decay, graffiti, and even paintball damage.
How many abandoned churches in Virginia?
By conservative estimates, between 80 and 140 churches close every year in Virginia, although some put the numbers as high as 160-200. It has been asserted that of the approximately 50 churches that close each year in Virginia, up to half are unsuccessful new churches. The biggest reason for church closings in Virginia is a decline in church membership.
Stunning Photos of Abandoned Churches in Virginia
Haunting images of abandoned churches crumbling to dust in remote forests of Virginia. The majority of the abandoned churches have also managed to retain their splendor and still have undamaged statues, stained-glass windows, and ornate altars.
These Virginia churches were all closed and abandoned for different reasons and have varied historic significance. Urban explorers have been documenting abandoned churches across Virginia for almost a decade. Look at some of their most breathtaking photos of empty churches.
Abandoned Mt. Carmel Church in Craig County, Virginia
Abandoned Church in Bedford County, Virginia
Abandoned New Bethel Christian Church, Virginia
Abandoned Church in Scott County, Virginia
Abandoned Church near Steeles Tavern, Virginia
Abandoned Presbyterian Church along Grant County Route, Virginia
Abandoned Old Country Church, Virginia
Abandoned Church at Upper Tract in Pendleton County, Virginia
Abandoned Church in Eggleston, Virginia
Ruins of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Harpers Ferry, Virginia
Important Information Before you Visit Virginia Abandoned Church
Know before you go. Before you come and spend time at the Nam Koo Terrace there are tips and advice for exploring abandoned places. We want to ensure that you enjoy your time there.
Know the Dangers When visiting Virginia Abandoned Church, the most obvious hazard is falling through rotten floorboards — but there are often much more sinister invisible dangers.
Wear proper clothing and equipment
If you’re going to be exploring, wear clothes that you wouldn’t mind ruining. Choose your footwear carefully too. Besides a camera and any photography props you might need, you’ll also want to bring a flashlight.
Don’t steal souvenirs from Virginia Abandoned Church
The artifacts left in Virginia Abandoned Church once belonged to somebody, even if they haven’t been there for years. At best, you’re diluting the experience for other urban explorers; at worst, you’re stealing and desecrating a historic site.
If you’d like to see more abandoned places in America, then check out our articles on the Abandoned Golf Course in Willcox, Arizona, and the Iconic and abandoned Paper Mills in New Jersey
