The Ellabell United Methodist Church was formerly known as "Bethany" or "campground".
The building was erected on that site in 1860 and was used as a place of worship for more than 30 years; however, an old church register reveals that this church received some members as early as 1854.
The church was torn down in 1904, moved to Ellabell and erected on its present site by Rev. J. H. Frisbee, a former pastor.