Annapolis in Anne Arundel County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Gov. Francis Nicholson
1694-1994
Francis Street is named for Sir Francis Nicholson (1655-1728), royal governor of Maryland, who served from 1694 to 1698. When the capital of the colony moved from St. Mary's City to Annapolis, Nicholson devised the city's baroque plan featuring two circles and radiating streets. The larger circle contains the State House at the head of Francis Street and the smaller encompasses St. Anne's Church at the head of Church (now Main) Street. Although modified over the centuries, Nicholson's imaginative design, shown here still defines the city.Erected 1994 by Historic Annapolis Foundation through the generosity of Capt. Frederick M. Edwards, Bess M. Edwards, and Lydia D. Edwards.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Government & Politics • Roads & Vehicles • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1694.
Location. 38° 58.663′ N, 76° 29.364′ W. Marker is in Annapolis, Maryland, in Anne Arundel County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Main Street and Francis
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Planned in the Past (a few steps from this marker); Framework of History (a few steps from this marker); 159 Main Street (a few steps from this marker); 163 Main Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 167 Main Street at Conduit Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 41 Cornhill Street (within shouting distance of this marker); Mann's Tavern (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Cornhill & Fleet Streets (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Annapolis.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 12, 2018. It was originally submitted on March 10, 2018, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 340 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 10, 2018, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
