St. Paul's Episcopal Church (3D 51) - Franklin TN
Posted by: Don.Morfe
N 35° 55.419 W 086° 52.341
16S E 511515 N 3975487
This "Mother Church of the diocese of Tennessee," was begun in 1831, four years after its congregation was organized in 1827. Here James H. Otey, its first rector, was elected the first bishop of Tennessee.
Waymark Code: WM138V1
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 10/13/2020
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church-This "Mother Church of the diocese of Tennessee," was begun in 1831, four years after its congregation was organized in 1827. Here James H. Otey, its first rector, was elected the first bishop of Tennessee. It was so damaged through use as a Civil War barracks and hospital that it had to be remodeled in 1870. It is the oldest Episcopal Church and congregation in Tennessee, and the oldest Episcopal Church building in continual use west of the Appalachians.
LOCATION: Marker is in Franklin, Tennessee, in Williamson County. Marker is on W Main St. Marker is at or near this postal address: 508 W Main St, Franklin TN 37064, United States of America.
Marker Name: St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Marker Location: City
Type of Marker: Building
Marker Number: 3D 51
Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker: Tennessee Historical Commission
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