Clinton in Hinds County, Mississippi — The American South (East South Central)
Provine Chapel
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, March 31, 2023
1. Provine Chapel Marker
Inscription.
Provine Chapel. . Mississippi College's oldest building, Provine Chapel, opened in 1860 and early during the Civil War was transformed into a hospital for the wounded troops of Union General Ulysses S. Grant. Originally known as the Chapel, the building's ground floor was believed to have served as a stable for his horses. For decades, the chapel was utilized for college classrooms and worship services, and was the site of Clinton Baptist Church services until 1923. The chapel's name was changed in 1968 to honor one of Mississippi College's early leaders, President John William Provine, a natural science professor who served as president from 1897-98 and 1911-32. The venerable building marked its 150th anniversary with a series of concerts in 2009., This memorial plaque was made possible by the generous gift of Mr. L.D. Jordan, Class of 1951.
Mississippi College's oldest building, Provine Chapel, opened
in 1860 and early during the Civil War was transformed into
a hospital for the wounded troops of Union General Ulysses
S. Grant. Originally known as the Chapel, the building's
ground floor was believed to have served as a stable for his
horses. For decades, the chapel was utilized for college
classrooms and worship services, and was the site of Clinton
Baptist Church services until 1923. The chapel's name was
changed in 1968 to honor one of Mississippi College's early
leaders, President John William Provine, a natural science
professor who served as president from 1897-98 and 1911-32.
The venerable building marked its 150th anniversary with a
series of concerts in 2009.
This memorial plaque was made possible by the generous gift of
Mr. L.D. Jordan, Class of 1951.
Erected by Mississippi College.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1860.
Location. 32° 20.192′ N, 90° 19.775′ W. Marker is in Clinton, Mississippi, in Hinds County. Marker is on McLemore Drive south of West College Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 200 W College St, Clinton MS 39058, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Also see . . . 150 Years of History: Provine Perseveres. The chapel still contains 14 original pews. (LaReeca Rucker, The Clarion-Ledger) (Submitted on April 3, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, March 31, 2023
2. Provine Chapel Marker
Marker is on the left, in the landscaping next to the chapel.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 3, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 197 times since then and 76 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on April 3, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
