Old Swedes in Wilmington in New Castle County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
"M. B." Stone
— Old Swedes Churchyard Walking Tour —
This small stone is probably one of the oldest still visible in the churchyard. It is not known who M. B. was or when he or she died.
The stone is typical of the simple rough markers of the late 1600s and early 1700s.
Erected by The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America of the State of Delaware. (Marker Number 5.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Churches & Religion • Colonial Era. In addition, it is included in the The Colonial Dames of America, National Society of series list.
Location. 39° 44.311′ N, 75° 32.447′ W. Marker is in Wilmington, Delaware, in New Castle County. It is in Old Swedes. Marker can be reached from the intersection of North Church Street (U.S. 13) and East 7th Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 612 N Church St, Wilmington DE 19801, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Thomas and Ann Cole (here, next to this marker); Stidham Family (here, next to this marker); Iron Letters on the Church (here, next to this marker); Brinckle Family (here, next to this marker); Burr Family Vault
this page online
Credits. This page was last revised on July 11, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 7, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 165 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 7, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
