Saint James' Church
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pseudoprime
N 38° 47.371 W 076° 36.922
18S E 359705 N 4294658
Saint James' Church
Old Herring Creek Parish
Waymark Code: WM6592
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 04/05/2009
Views: 9
The first church on this site was built, 1695, and the present structure was completed 1765. The Reverend Henry Hall (1675-1722) served as first rector, 1698-1722. From 1786-1792 Saint James' was the home parish of Thomas John Clagget (1743-1816), first Protestant Episcopal Bishop of Maryland and first to be consecrated in America.
County (required): Anne Arundel County
Location (required): On side of Route 2, in front of Church
More info about the site/marker (optional):
The marker is located in front of the church, which remains active to today. Parking is available in the church parking lot for those who wish to visit the waymark.
Website for more info (optional): [Web Link]
Marker Type (optional): Not listed
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