Near New Windsor in Carroll County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Robert Strawbridge
1732 - 1781
First preacher of Wesleyan Methodism in America
Robert and Elizabeth Piper Strawbridge immigrated from Ireland to this area about 1760. His preaching soon led many to Christ. Her witness won the first convert, John Evans.
Robert Strawbridge's ministry in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia so ignited the flames of American Methodism that by 1773, half of the 1160 members resided on his circuit.
To honor the memory of Thelma N. & Byron E. Hartlzer, Helen V. & Harry C. Reese, Jr.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Colonial Era. A significant historical year for this entry is 1760.
Location. 39° 31.62′ N, 77° 5.275′ W. Marker is near New Windsor, Maryland, in Carroll County. Marker is on Strawbridge Lane, 0.2 miles west of Wilt Road, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2600 Strawbridge Ln, New Windsor MD 21776, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Elizabeth Piper Strawbridge (here, next to this marker); Bell from Brick Church (a few steps from this marker); John Evans House, 1764 (within shouting distance of this marker); Summer Kitchen (within shouting distance of this marker); Birthplace of American Methodism
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