Seton Hill in Baltimore, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

The Oblate Sisters of Providence

July 2, 1829

Photographed By Christopher Busta-Peck, February 20, 2008

1. The Oblate Sisters of Providence Marker

Inscription. At this site, 610 George Street, under the leadership of foundress, Mother Mary Lange, four women took vows of consecrated chastity, evangelical poverty, and religious obedience. Thus began the Oblate Sisters of Providence, the first Congregation of women of African Ancestry in the United States to serve primarily “children of colour” through education. However, the Sisters would not refuse their ministrations to anyone.

Begun in 1828, Saint Frances Academy, the oldest continuing educational facility for black children in the United States, was moved to this site under the direction of Mother Mary Lange and the Oblate Sisters

Erected 2000 by Martin O'Malley and the Citizens of Baltimore.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Churches & Religion • Education • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1828.

Location. 39° 17.738′ N, 76° 37.569′ W. Marker is in Baltimore, Maryland. It is in Seton Hill. Marker is on George Street, on the right when traveling west. The current status of George Street as a street is somewhat dubious. It is unclear whether vehicular traffic is permissible. Visitors are advised to park on a nearby street, perhaps St. Mary Street

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or Orchard Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 610 George Street, Baltimore MD 21201, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Take a Stroll Down the Main Street of the African American Experience (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Historic Chapel of St. Mary's Seminary & University (dedicated 1808) (about 700 feet away); Chapel of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Temple (about 700 feet away); St. Mary's Seminary (about 700 feet away); Perkins Square Gazebo (about 700 feet away); How did this park get its name? (approx. 0.2 miles away); Sons of St. Mary's: Called to Serve, Educated to Lead (approx. 0.2 miles away); St. Mary's Historic Site (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Baltimore.

Photographed By Christopher Busta-Peck, February 20, 2008

2. The Oblate Sisters of Providence Marker

Photographed By Christopher Busta-Peck, February 20, 2008

3. The Oblate Sisters of Providence Marker

Photographed By Christopher Busta-Peck, February 20, 2008

4. The Oblate Sisters of Providence Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on April 17, 2020. It was originally submitted on February 20, 2008, by Christopher Busta-Peck of Shaker Heights, Ohio. This page has been viewed 1,967 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on February 20, 2008, by Christopher Busta-Peck of Shaker Heights, Ohio. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.