Gettysburg in Adams County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

The Memorial Church of the Prince of Peace

Episcopal

Photographed By Craig Swain, April 4, 2009

1. The Memorial Church of the Prince of Peace Marker

Inscription. The first Episcopal services in Gettysburg were held at the courthouse in 1867. The first church building of the parish was built on Stevens St. in 1876.

Conceived as a memorial to the dead of both sides in the Civil War, the cornerstone of this building was laid on July 2nd, 1888, the 25th anniversary of the battle of Gettysburg. Funded by national subscriptions, the building was completed in 1900.

In 1970, a fire gutted the church, however, the historic tower with its memorial tablets was spared. A faithful congregation reconstructed the interior that same year.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical month for this entry is July 1888.

Location. 39° 49.705′ N, 77° 13.873′ W. Marker is in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in Adams County. Marker is at the intersection of Baltimore Street (Business U.S. 15) and West High Street, on the right when traveling south on Baltimore Street. Located in front of the Prince of Peace Episcopal Church. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 20 West High Street, Gettysburg PA 17325, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Field Hospitals - Cavalry Corps (a few steps from this marker); Temples of Mercy (a few steps from this marker); Presidents Attended Service Here (a few steps from this

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marker); Gettysburg Address Memorial and Abraham Lincoln Statue (within shouting distance of this marker); "uncertainty and dread" (within shouting distance of this marker); 223 Baltimore Street (within shouting distance of this marker); “ . . . I Am Going To Die” (within shouting distance of this marker); John L. Burns (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Gettysburg.

Also see . . . Brief History of the Prince of Peace Episcopal Church. (Submitted on May 22, 2009, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia.)

The Prince of Peace Marker Episcopal Church image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Craig Swain, April 4, 2009

2. The Prince of Peace Marker Episcopal Church

The marker stands at the front of the church.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 22, 2009, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,065 times since then and 30 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 22, 2009, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia.