Church Hill in Richmond, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
St. John's Episcopal Church
Episcopal Church
has been designated a
National Historic Landmark
This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America.
It was in St. John's Church on March 23, 1775 that Patrick Henry delivered his "liberty or death" speech, attaining a measure of undying fame.
National Park Service
United States Department of the Interior
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Colonial Era • Landmarks • War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical date for this entry is March 23, 1775.
Location. 37° 31.918′ N, 77° 25.173′ W. Marker is in Richmond, Virginia. It is in Church Hill. Marker is on East Grace Street just east of North 24th Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2404 E Grace St, Richmond VA 23223, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Saint John’s Episcopal Church (a few steps from this marker); St. John’s Church (a few steps from this marker); Major William Mayo (a few steps from this marker); Welcome to Historic St. John’s Church
this page online
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), November 10, 2023
3. Virginia Historic Landmark plaque for Saint John's Church Historic District
Credits. This page was last revised on November 11, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 11, 2023, by Dawn Bowen of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This page has been viewed 55 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 11, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
