Mobile in Mobile County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
The Bee Hive
Photographed By Mark Hilton, July 26, 2015
1. The Bee Hive Marker
Inscription.
The Bee Hive. . The congregation of Government Street United Methodist Church, Methodism's Mother Church in Mobile, began in 1826 on Franklin Street. Called "The Bee Hive" because of its activity, it sent "swarms" throughout the city to form new congregations. A brick structure replaced the original wooden church in 1848-49. The move to this corner was accomplished with the dedication of a Gothic structure in 1890. The remodeling to Spanish Colonial architecture was begun in 1906 and completed in 1917. Architect was Mobilian George B. Rogers, and Harry E. Goodhue of Boston created the stained glass windows.
The congregation of Government Street United Methodist Church, Methodism's Mother Church in Mobile, began in 1826 on Franklin Street. Called "The Bee Hive" because of its activity, it sent "swarms" throughout the city to form new congregations. A brick structure replaced the original wooden church in 1848-49. The move to this corner was accomplished with the dedication of a Gothic structure in 1890. The remodeling to Spanish Colonial architecture was begun in 1906 and completed in 1917. Architect was Mobilian George B. Rogers, and Harry E. Goodhue of Boston created the stained glass windows.
Erected 1984.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1826.
Location. 30° 41.158′ N, 88° 3.239′ W. Marker is in Mobile, Alabama, in Mobile County. Marker is at the intersection of Government Street (U.S. 90) and South Broad Street, on the right when traveling east on Government Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 901 Government Street, Mobile AL 36604, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 30, 2020. It was originally submitted on August 1, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 534 times since then and 41 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 1, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.
