Angola near Lewes in Sussex County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Conley's Chapel
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, September 16, 2023
1. Conley's Chapel Marker
Inscription.
Conley's Chapel. . On February 9, 1838, a meeting was held at the Angola Schoolhouse for the purpose of formally organizing a Methodist Episcopal Church to serve the needs of local residents. On that same day the congregation's newly-elected trustees received a deed for land at this location, on which "a house or place of worship" was built. Constructed largely through the efforts of the first pastor, Reverend William Connelly, the building was named Connelly's Chapel in his honor. The first structure was replaced by the present sanctuary in 1876. The name was shortened to Conley's in later years. A fellowship hall was constructed in 1978. The adjoining cemetery was established by the 1860s.
On February 9, 1838, a meeting was held at the Angola Schoolhouse for the purpose of formally organizing a Methodist Episcopal Church to serve the needs of local residents. On that same day the congregation's newly-elected trustees received a deed for land at this location, on which "a house or place of worship" was built. Constructed largely through the efforts of the first pastor, Reverend William Connelly, the building was named Connelly's Chapel in his honor. The first structure was replaced by the present sanctuary in 1876. The name was shortened to Conley's in later years. A fellowship hall was constructed in 1978. The adjoining cemetery was established by the 1860s.
Erected 2008 by Delaware Public Archives. (Marker Number SC-220.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Delaware Public Archives series list. A significant historical date for this entry is February 9, 1838.
Location. 38° 41.002′ N, 75° 11.168′ W. Marker is near Lewes, Delaware, in Sussex County. It is in Angola. Marker is on County Road 280B west of Robinsonville Road (County Road 277), on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 22150 Robinsonville Rd, Lewes DE 19958, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones, September 16, 2023
2. Conley's Chapel
Credits. This page was last revised on September 18, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 18, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 67 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on September 18, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
