First Presbyterian Church
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Markerman62
N 30° 40.307 W 081° 27.621
17R E 455902 N 3393318
A marker for the oldest church building in Fernandina.
Waymark Code: WMGCCF
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 02/13/2013
Views: 7
Organized in 1858, this congregation worships in Fernandina's oldest church building, and one of the oldest in Florida. This colonial structure rests on land donated by David L. Yulee, Florida's first Senator, and a former member of the church. The Reverend Archibald Baker was its first pastor.
In the 1860's the building was occupied by Federal troops. In response to pleas Major W.B.C. Duryee cancelled plans to melt the bell for its metal. Tolling of the original bell still calls worshipers to service.
Marker Number: None
Date: 1964
County: Nassau
Marker Type: Roadside
Sponsored or placed by: The General Duncan Lamont Clinch Historical Society of Amelia Island
Website: Not listed
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