Near Dagsboro in Sussex County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Hickory Hill Methodist Church
Photographed By Mike Stroud, October 13, 2012
1. Hickory Hill Methodist Church Marker
For many years local Methodists were forced to
travel a considerable distance to attend services.
In 1873, Houston’s School House was established
as a preaching place within the local circuit.
The success of this effort stimulated interest
in building a church. On September 11, 1877,
Robert B. Houston conveyed an acre of land at
this location for that purpose. Construction of
Houston Methodist Episcopal Church was completed
the following year. The church became the focus
of community life, hosting traditional events
such as Children’s Day, Homecoming. and Christmas
Entertaintment. Outdoor services or “bush” meetings
were held nearby, bringing spiritual renewal
to those in attendance. The church was renamed
in 1955.Erected 1997 by Delaware Public Archives. (Marker Number SC-113.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Delaware Public Archives series list. A significant historical date for this entry is September 11, 1877.
Location. 38° 32.46′ N, 75°
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Dickerson Chapel A.M.E. Church (approx. 2.3 miles away); POW ★ MIA (approx. 2˝ miles away); Gumboro Hundred (approx. 3.1 miles away); Town of Millsboro (approx. 3.2 miles away); World Wars I and II Memorial (approx. 3.2 miles away); Dagsboro (approx. 3.3 miles away); Grace United Methodist Church (approx. 3˝ miles away); Ball Theatre / Millstone Theatre (approx. 3˝ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dagsboro.
Photographed By Mike Stroud, October 13, 2012
2. Hickory Hill Methodist Church and Marker
Photographed By Mike Stroud, October 13, 2012
3. Hickory Hill Methodist Church and Marker seen looking north along Molly Field Road
Credits. This page was last revised on March 20, 2020. It was originally submitted on November 15, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 413 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 19, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.
