Riverfront in Wilmington in New Hanover County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)

Leora Hiatt McEachern

March 4, 1909 – November 17, 1982

Photographed By J. J. Prats, February 23, 2010

1. Leora Hiatt McEachern Marker

The lower plaque has no relation to the upper one. It reads “The cross above this hall is dedicated to the memory of Right Reverend Alfred Augustin-Watson, D.D.”

Inscription. A student of history, a seeker of truth, a faithful follower of Christ, “Millie” dedicated herself to a study of the past in order that it could be part of our future.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Education • Women.

Location. 34° 14.121′ N, 77° 56.694′ W. Marker is in Wilmington, North Carolina, in New Hanover County. It is in Riverfront. Marker is on South 4th Street just south of Market Street (Business U.S. 17), on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Wilmington NC 28401, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Cornelius Harnett (a few steps from this marker); Thomas Godfrey (a few steps from this marker); St. James Church (a few steps from this marker); Baldwin House (within shouting distance of this marker); Huggins House (within shouting distance of this marker); Temple of Israel (within shouting distance of this marker); City of Wilmington Fire Stations (within shouting distance of this marker); E. Payson Willard House (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Wilmington.

More about this marker. The marker faces 4th Street across the St. James Episcopal

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Church graveyard. It is affixed to the wall of the church hall.

Photographed By J. J. Prats, February 23, 2010

2. Leora Hiatt McEachern Marker

The cross referred to in the lower plaque is at the top of this photograph. This photo was taken from 4th Street.

Credits. This page was last revised on February 24, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 21, 2010, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio. This page has been viewed 598 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 21, 2010, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio.

Editor’s want-list for this marker. Better photograph of the marker • a portrait of Leora McEachern • a brief biography • a bibliography • Can you help?