Two Bridges in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
"Five Points Mission"
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"五方冒"
This property is a result of the Christian endeavors of Five Points Mission, Old Brewery, New York, a religious society of the United Methodist Church organized in 1844 to minister to the needs of immigrants and underprivileged peoples of New York City.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Immigration • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1844.
Location. 40° 42.735′ N, 73° 59.814′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Two Bridges. It is at the intersection of Catherine Street and Madison Street, on the left when
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Regionally, this marker is in New York City. It is also in the American Northeast and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Alfred E. Smith House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Alfred E. Smith Playground (about 400 feet away); Happy Warrior Playground in Alfred E. Smith Park (about 500 feet away); St. James' Church (about 500 feet away); Padre Felix Varela Morales (about 500 feet away); Ancient Order of Hibernians (about 500 feet away); First Shearith Israel Cemetery (about 500 feet away); PFC Frank Vallone, USMC (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manhattan.
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), February 17, 2024
2. Five Points Mission
Currently, the church is home to the Chinese United Methodist Church, presumably descendant congregation of the mission.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 22, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 21, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 562 times since then and 41 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 21, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
