JOHN DAY – The historic Advent Christian Church at 261 Main St. will hold an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6.

The church building is one of many properties in 25 Oregon communities that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and are scheduled to hold open houses during October. It is the only place in Grant County that is on the Register.

The building, noted for its tall steeple and intricate woodwork, is no longer operated as a church. It is owned by the John Day Historic Preservation Foundation, which is promoting its use for community events, meetings, and programs.