Heidelberg Township near Womelsdorf in Berks County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Home of Conrad Weiser, 1729-1760
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., September 12, 2010
1. Home of Conrad Weiser, 1729-1760 Marker
Churchman, Counsellor, Soldier, Indian-Interpreter, Agent, Diplomat and First Judge of Berks County.
Here were held many conferences with Indian chiefs, missionaries, colonial governors and leaders.
Here were reared his children of whom the eldest daughter Anna Maria, married Rev. Henry Melchoir Muhlenberg, the "Patriarch of the Lutheran Church in America."
Here he died July 13, 1760 and lies buried in the family plot nearby, together with his father, his wife, several children and a number of friendly Indian chiefs.
He so ably served the Colonies as Indian-interpreter and diplomat that he is regarded as the pivotal man who wrought this country under Anglo-Saxon versus Latin civilization.
"Posterity cannot forget his services"
President George Washington
Unveiled during the 200th anniversary of the settlement of the Tulpehocken community, June 29, 1923
Erected 1923 by Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Native Americans • Peace • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical date for this entry is June 29, 1752.
Location. 40° 21.5′ N, 76° 10.314′ W. Marker is near Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania, in
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Is this Weiser's House? (here, next to this marker); Tulpehocken Path (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Home and Grave of Conrad Weiser (about 600 feet away); Conrad Weiser (about 700 feet away); Womelsdorf (approx. 0.6 miles away); Womelsdorf War Memorial (approx. 0.6 miles away); Service Men (approx. 0.6 miles away); Charming Forge (approx. 0.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Womelsdorf.
Regarding Home of Conrad Weiser, 1729-1760. Recent archaeological inquiry casts doubt that this was the actual home of Conrad Weiser.
Also see . . . Conrad Weiser. (Submitted on December 25, 2010, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Photographed By Don Morfe, June 15, 2015
2. Home of Conrad Weiser, 1729-1760 Marker
The statue is on the grounds of the Home. The plaque at the base of the statue reads: Shekilammy Boulder erected by Improved Order of Red Men-Degree of Pocahontas of Berks County Penna. 1932.
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr.
3. Home of Conrad Weiser
Recent archeological excavations bring into question whether or not this was Weiser's home.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 25, 2010, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 880 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on December 25, 2010, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. 2. submitted on June 19, 2015, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. 3. submitted on December 6, 2010, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
