Central Ward in Newark in Essex County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Trinity Church
Historic Site
Photographed by Bill Coughlin, October 25, 2008
1. Trinity Church Marker
Newark's second oldest house of worship was organized in the 1730s, and chartered by the Church of England (forerunner of the Episcopal Church in America) in 1746. Part of the tower dates from 1743, but most of the present church was built in 1810. It was designed by Capt. Josiah James, a leading parishioner, in a medley of styles. Trinity was designated the cathedral in the Diocese of Newark in 1944. It is the nations oldest Episcopal cathedral building, and the mother church of many New Jersey parishes. St. Philips Church merged with Trinity in 1966. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Erected by The Newark Preservation and Landmarks Committee.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1746.
Location. 40° 44.421′ N, 74° 10.157′ W. Marker is in Newark, New Jersey, in Essex County. It is in the Central Ward. It is at the intersection of Broad Street and Rector Street, on the right when traveling north on Broad Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area:
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Regionally, this marker is in North Jersey and in the New York City Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Northeast and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named Trinity Church (here, next to this marker); Washington Passed Beneath this Tower (here, next to this marker); First Constitution of the Province of New Jersey (here, next to this marker); Griffith Piano Company (within shouting distance of this marker); Symington House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Firemen's Insurance Company of Newark, New Jersey (about 300 feet away); Training Place (about 300 feet away); Philip Kearny (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newark.
Photographed by Bill Coughlin, October 25, 2008
2. Marker at Trinity Church
Marker can be seen in the photo to the right of the front door of Trinity Church.
Photographed by Bill Coughlin, October 25, 2008
3. Trinity Church
This church was occupied by the American and British armies at different points during the Revolutionary War.
Photographed by Bill Coughlin, October 25, 2008
4. Trinity Church
Some of the stained glass windows of Trinity Church can be seen in this photo.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 3, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 26, 2008, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,319 times since then and 47 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 26, 2008, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
Editor’s want-list for this marker. A link to the NRHP nomination form along with citing the building's historical significance. • Can you help?
