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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1RWN_delaware-childrens-theatre_Wilmington-DE.html
Plans for this colonial revival-style structure were drawn by Philadelphia architect Minerva Parker Nichols, one of the first female architects in the United States. Construction of the building, which features eclectic components as well as the P…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1RWJ_william-judy-johnson-park_Wilmington-DE.html
Regarded as one of the best third basemen to have played in the Negro Leagues, William Julius "Judy" Johnson (1899-1989) grew up nearby on the west side of Delamore Place. During his youth, Johnson played baseball at various sand lots in the city,…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1RWI_one-love-park_Wilmington-DE.html
Originally named Tatnall Street Playground in 1907, this park is located across the street from the home at 2311 Tatnall Street that singer-songwriter Bob Marley occupied with his mother in 1966. In order to raise funds to start his own record lab…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1RW1_mother-union-american-methodist-episcopal-church_Wilmington-DE.html
Established in 1813 by free African American Peter Spencer, the Union Church of Africans was the first independent African American religious denomination in the United States. After leaving Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church to start Ezion Methodi…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1RVY_lincolns-speech_Wilmington-DE.html
On June 10, 1848, Congressman Abraham Lincoln traveled to Wilmington, Delaware, for the purpose of addressing a meeting of members of the Whig political party. He was accompanied by Delaware Representative John W. Houston and two other members of …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1QJ1_fort-christina-national-historic-landmark_Wilmington-DE.html
Managed by the Delaware Division of Historical & Cultural Affairs(302)736-7400
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1QJ0_asbury-methodist-episcopal-church_Wilmington-DE.html
Organized about the year 1769. Early meetings held in academy woods, Gilpin's Wharf and Thelwell's School. Church Built in 1789. Dedicated to Bishop Francis Asbury. Here is buried Allen McLane, Lieutenant in Caesar Rodney's Regiment 1779; Captain …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1QIZ_grand-lodge-of-delaware-a-f-a-m_Wilmington-DE.html
Organized Freemasonry in Delaware can be traced to the mid-18th century. For many years Lodges were chartered by other states. On June 6, 1806, representatives of Masonic Lodges located in Wilmington, New Castle, Newark, and Laurel, met at this lo…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1QIY_st-marys-church_Wilmington-DE.html
This church was founded in 1858 and dedicated the same year by Bishop (now Saint) John N. Neumann of Philadelphia. Referred to at the time as a 'model of beauty, simplicity, solidity and economy," the church represents an example of the Byzan…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1QIX_joseph-tatnall-house_Wilmington-DE.html
Built about 1760. Anthony Wayne's Headquarters 1777. General Washington, Lafayette, Wayne, and other officers met here to hold council and hear reports prior to the Battle of Brandywine. Later occupied by British. Joseph Tatnall owned and operated…