Bishop Hill Colony
Bishop Hill Historic District | |
Steeple Building | |
| Location | Bishop Hill, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Built | 1846 |
| Architect | Multiple |
| Architectural style | Greek Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 70000244 |
| Significant dates | |
| Added to NRHP | April 17, 1970 |
| Designated NHLD | April 27, 1984 |
Bishop Hill Colony is a historic district in Bishop Hill, Illinois. Bishop Hill was the site of a utopian religious community which operated as a commune. It was founded in 1846 by Swedish pietist Eric Janson and his followers. The community was named Bishop Hill after the parish of Biskopskulla in Uppland, Sweden.