Gilberts, Illinois developed shortly after the construction of the Chicago and North Western Railroad in 1851.

A local carpenter, Oliver Kelly, designed and built the church in the Stick Style.

This asphalt shingle roof is accentuated with dormers and window hoods and has wide eaves on either side.

Concrete steps with iron railings lead to the entrance, which features oak paneled double doors.

[2] The interior resembles a simple basilica with a high nave, a vestibule, and low aisles.