The Peter and Paul Chapel was located not in the village itself, but about half a kilometer from it, beyond the southwestern outskirts, by the road. It was surrounded by tall fir trees, and a kilometer to the west flowed the Msta River with its steep left bank.

Until the 1950s, there were two chapels in the village of Gar, Malovishersky District: one was located in the center of the village, and the other at the cemetery on the southern side. At the cemetery opposite the chapel stood a wooden post with icons of Peter and Paul, which were associated with the local holiday, Peter's Day. Over time, the village chapel was destroyed, and the chapel at the cemetery, dating back to the 17th century, was moved to the Museum of Wooden Architecture in Vitoslavlitsy. This chapel was used to celebrate Peter's Day and Easter, people came here to pray for rain during droughts and brought old icons.

The chapel in the center of the village was hardly used in rituals and likely played a supportive role, continuing the services that began at the cemetery. Here, the priest served on the feast of John the Baptist. The chapel was not located in the village itself, but half a kilometer away, by the road. At first glance, it did not look like a cult structure: a small log cabin under a gable roof, the walls were covered with boards and painted in blue and red colors. Only the cross on the roof indicated its purpose. The original forms and details of the chapel suggested that it was built in the second half of the 17th century.

Later, dendrochronological analysis confirmed the construction date as 1698. The first reconstruction likely occurred in the second half or end of the 18th century and was related to the replacement of the lower crown. Perhaps the log cabin had tilted, necessitating a roof replacement. Marks from the logs remained on the walls, made after the wood had dried. The marking began from the second crown, confirming the replacement of the lower one.

The construction work did not change the architectural appearance of the chapel; it was of a repair nature. The second reconstruction, dated to the end of the 19th or beginning of the 20th century, led to changes: the side galleries were removed, the west was reconstructed into a vestibule, the roof was replaced, the walls were covered and painted, and the carved pillars were lost. The decision was made to move the chapel to Vitoslavlitsy for several reasons.

Firstly, it was located far from the village, was unprotected, and was subjected to attacks supported by local authorities. The icons from the chapel were burned, and attempts at arson and dismantling were stopped by the locals. However, the risk of losing the monument remained.

Secondly, the chapel was the oldest and best-preserved among known examples. Thirdly, it represented a typical example of cult buildings. In Vitoslavlitsy, a place was chosen for the chapel on the western outskirts of the museum, where the main entrance was planned. This reflected its original position. Restoration was carried out according to a project with scientific and technical guidance and was completed by June 23, 1972, when the monument was accepted by the State Commission with excellent evaluation.