MADISON STREET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, CLARKSVILLE, TENNESSEE In January 1999, a tornado essentially destroyed the sanctuary, gymnasium and most of the educational building of this glorious 1882 historic church. The reconstruction of the church facilities highlight some of the remaining Gothic Revival elements, while blending new architectural elements of their time into this historic context. A new sanctuary seating 600 people and a larger Narthex were designed immediately behind the remnants of the original corner towers. Special attention was focused on acoustics and detailing to recapture the original ambiance of the former worship space. Awards.