Historic York Church Reborn as Little Green Church Art Space

York Art Association transforms former Trinity Lutheran Church into new community hub.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 10:22am

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A highly stylized, abstract silkscreen print featuring repeating patterns of a stained glass window in bold, neon colors, conceptually representing the transformation of a historic church into a modern arts space.The vibrant reimagining of the former Trinity Lutheran Church's iconic stained glass windows will be a centerpiece of the new Little Green Church arts hub.York Today

The York Art Association has officially broken ground on a $2 million renovation project to transform the former Trinity Lutheran Church in York, Pennsylvania into a new community arts space called the Little Green Church. The project aims to breathe new life into the historic church building and create a hub for the local arts scene.

Why it matters

The conversion of the former Trinity Lutheran Church into the Little Green Church art space represents an exciting revitalization effort in York's Avenues neighborhood. By repurposing this beloved community landmark, the York Art Association hopes to establish a new creative center that can foster artistic expression and engagement for residents.

The details

The York Art Association's $2 million renovation project will transform the former Trinity Lutheran Church into a multi-use arts facility known as the Little Green Church. The space will include gallery areas, artist studios, a performance stage, and community event spaces. The project aims to honor the building's historic architecture while adapting it to serve the needs of York's vibrant arts community.

  • The York Art Association officially broke ground on the renovation project in April 2026.
  • The Little Green Church is expected to open to the public in Fall 2027 after the completion of construction.

The players

York Art Association

A local non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the arts and supporting the creative community in York, Pennsylvania.

Trinity Lutheran Church

The former church building at 591 Linden Ave. in York that is being renovated into the new Little Green Church art space.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to be able to breathe new life into this historic church building and transform it into a hub for the arts in York. The Little Green Church will be a place where the community can come together to experience, create, and celebrate the arts.”

— Sarah Hoffman, Executive Director, York Art Association

What’s next

The York Art Association plans to host a grand opening celebration for the Little Green Church in Fall 2027 once the renovation project is complete.

The takeaway

The conversion of the former Trinity Lutheran Church into the Little Green Church art space represents an exciting opportunity to revitalize a beloved community landmark and establish a new creative hub that can foster artistic expression and engagement in York's Avenues neighborhood.