Catholic families of Osgood petitioned Archbishop Henry Moeller for a local parish

Founded in June 1906, St. Nicholas Catholic Church was established after Catholic families in Osgood petitioned Archbishop Henry Moeller for a local parish. Before this, families had to travel to neighboring churches—often over poor roads—which made attending Mass difficult and sometimes dangerous. 

In September 1906, the parish purchased land that included a barn and a 1.5-story house. The barn was converted into a temporary worship space while construction of a permanent church began. The new brick church, designed in Gothic Revival style by architect Edward Schlochtmeyer, was completed and dedicated on September 6, 1908, for $22,000. Though Osgood was originally settled by mostly Protestant families, the Catholic community grew quickly—from 35 families in 1906 to 85 families by 1914. 

The church features a striking octagonal steeple, stone-trimmed brick walls, and stained glass windows depicting Saint Nicholas. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979 for its architectural and historical significance.