Old Swedes in Wilmington in New Castle County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
North Porticos
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By 1750 the heavy roof had begun to force the thick walls apart, most noticeably on the north side, and much earlier than on the south side (see mark #14). Four stone "buttresses" were built to counter this effect. Years later, these open porticos were enclosed. A window was installed to the left "portico," and this has become the Sacristy. A door was installed to the "portico" on the right and it is now used as the Vesting room.
Erected by The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America of the State of Delaware. (Marker Number 23.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Colonial Era • Religion & Religious Structures. In addition, it is included in the The Colonial Dames of America, National Society of series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1750.
Location. 39° 44.335′ N, 75° 32.419′ W. Marker is in Wilmington, Delaware, in New Castle County. It is in Old Swedes. It can be reached from the intersection of North Church Street (U.S. 13) and East 7th Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 612 N Church St, Wilmington DE 19801, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Greater Philadelphia. It is also in the American Mid-Atlantic and on the Delmarva Peninsula. 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: Bishop Alfred Lee (a few steps from this marker);
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Credits. This page was last revised on April 8, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 7, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 238 times since then and 17 times this year. Last updated on April 8, 2026, by Carl Gordon Moore Jr. of North East, Maryland. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 7, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
