Haymarket in Prince William County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
St. Paul's, Episcopal
The oldest church in continuous service in Prince William County. Erected in 1801, this building was a district courthouse for four counties 1803-09; Hygeia Academy 1814-1816. Bought by William Skinker 1822, thence used by Episcopaleans and Presbyterians as a church. Mr. Skinker deeded the building and grounds to the Episcopal Church 1830 as a memorial to his wife. Used as a Confederate hospital after the two Battles of Manassas and a stable for Union cavalry following the burning of Haymarket. Many Confederate soldiers are buried in the churchyard.
In loving memory of Robert Lee Reading and Nell Beaumont Clarkson, married here 1905, buried beside the church. Plaque erected by their daughter 1954.
Erected 1954.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • War, US Civil. A significant historical year for this entry is 1801.
Location. 38° 48.622′ N, 77° 38.349′ W. Marker is in Haymarket, Virginia, in Prince William County. Marker can be reached
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. In This Area Are Buried (here, next to this marker); In Memory of the Union Soldiers (here, next to this marker); William Edward Ray, Sr. (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); Haymarket During the War (approx. 0.2 miles away); a different marker also named Haymarket During the War (approx. 0.2 miles away); Colonial Roads (approx. 0.2 miles away); Haymarket Post Office (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Battle of Buckland Mills (approx. ¾ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Haymarket.
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3. Plaque on the front of church
This building of St. Paul's Episcopal Church has been placed on U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Plaque given in memory of Mary Katherine Hill.
Plaque given in memory of Mary Katherine Hill.
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4. Plaques on the front of church
Virginia Historic Landmark plaque and Prince William County Historical Commission medallion.
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5. St Paul's Episcopal Church and Cemetery
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