Scranton in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Rev. William Bishop
August 22, 2011
1. Rev. William Bishop Marker
Baptist clergyman and first ordained minister in Scranton, built a combined log church and house near here in 1795. There he preached and held services. He was born in England, 1749, and died in Scott Township in 1816.Erected 1947 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1795.
Location. 41° 24.807′ N, 75° 40.767′ W. Marker is in Scranton, Pennsylvania, in Lackawanna County. Marker is at the intersection of North Main Avenue and Price Street, on the left when traveling north on North Main Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Scranton PA 18504, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Veterans Memorial (a few steps from this marker); St Ann's Maronite Parish War Memorial (approx. 0.2 miles away); Saint John the Baptist Church Bell (approx. Ό mile away); Steamtown National Historic Site (approx. 0.3
August 22, 2011
2. Rev. William Bishop Marker
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