St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Apostolic Church of Fowler
Founded – 1910
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  • Roots – Held services in the Fowler Episcopal Church as early as 1902. The pastor of Holy Trinity of Fresno administered to the needs of the Fowler community.
  • Original church, and current edifice, was built at 220 W. Fresno Street, at the corner of 3rd Street, in Fowler. Construction began on February 3, 1910; consecrated on April 17, 1910. The Sanctuary has been renovated and enlarged over the years.
  • Distinction – It is the second oldest original Armenian Church edifice in America in use today, the oldest being Holy Cross Armenian Church of Union City, New Jersey, consecrated on January 27, 1906.