Built in 1739 by the famous preacher as a place of worship, the New Room also served as a dispensary and schoolroom for the poor people of the area.
It now serves as a museum and hosts community events.
Eavis visited the New Room after a multi-million pound redevelopment last year, one of 36,000 visitors since.
Michael Eavis said: “How can I not be absolutely thrilled to be asked to be Patron of this beautiful building, the cradle of ideas that had such influence on promoting unprecedented social and religious change, contributing so much to our national heritage?
“I have been associated with Methodism my whole life and every week I attend a Methodist chapel service in my home village of Pilton. I must admit though that what I enjoy the most is the singing of those marvellous Wesley hymns. But then there’s the more serious side of why we all need to reflect on our life’s purpose and the strong desire to praise our creator.”
New Room director, David Worthington, said: “Michael’s affiliation to Methodism and his ongoing commitment to social justice made him an ideal candidate for the newly-created position of patron of the New Room.
“The trustees warmly welcome Michael to his new role and thank him for his commitment to our ongoing work and ministry.”
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