Kingsport in Sullivan County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)
Old Kingsport Presbyterian Church
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 11, 2020
1. Old Kingsport Presbyterian Church Marker
Old Kingsport Presbyterian Church was organized 1820 as the Boat Yard Congregation. It predated the incorporation of Kingsport by two years. In 1846, Dr. Frederick A. Ross built the church on his property at his expense, utilizing the labor of his slaves — who were members. He served as pastor from 1826 to 1852. In 1851, Dr. Ross deeded the church property to the New School General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church. The church moved in 1953 from near Netherland Inn to 2049 Greenway Street on lots donated by Octavia Patton.
Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission. (Marker Number 1A 117.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Tennessee Historical Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1820.
Location. 36° 33.32′ N, 82° 35.762′ W. Marker is in Kingsport, Tennessee, in Sullivan County. Marker is at the intersection of West Stone Drive (U.S. 11W) and Jennings Drive, on the right when traveling east on West Stone Drive. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2305 Jennings Dr, Kingsport TN 37660, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Great Indian War Path (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Old Schoolhouse
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Also see . . . Old Kingsport Presbyterian Church. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on October 17, 2020, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)
Additional keywords. slave labor
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 11, 2020
2. Old Kingsport Presbyterian Church Marker
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3. Old Kingsport Presbyterian Church
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Photographed By City of Kingsport, August 2, 2020
4. Old Kingsport Presbyterian Church
The present church, located on Greenway Street.
Credits. This page was last revised on December 28, 2021. It was originally submitted on October 17, 2020, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 441 times since then and 52 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 17, 2020, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 3. submitted on December 28, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 4. submitted on October 17, 2020, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
