McIntosh in Washington County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Andrews Chapel
Photographed By Mark Hilton, December 4, 2013
1. Andrews Chapel Marker
Inscription.
Andrews Chapel, also known as the McIntosh Log Church, is one of the few remaining log churches in Alabama. In 1860, John C. Rush and his wife donated land for the church to the McIntosh Community. Shortly afterwards, the church was constructed and named for James O. Andrews, a bishop in the Methodist Church. The log church is secured on the ends by square notching and caulking in the cracks. The roof is covered with wood shingles. In 1952, a new church was constructed and Andrews Chapel was vacated. It is currently used for special occasions. Andrews Chapel was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
Andrews Chapel, also known as the McIntosh Log Church, is one of the few remaining log churches in Alabama. In 1860, John C. Rush and his wife donated land for the church to the McIntosh Community. Shortly afterwards, the church was constructed and named for James O. Andrews, a bishop in the Methodist Church. The log church is secured on the ends by square notching and caulking in the cracks. The roof is covered with wood shingles. In 1952, a new church was constructed and Andrews Chapel was vacated. It is currently used for special occasions. Andrews Chapel was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
Erected by Alabama Historical Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Alabama Historical Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1860.
Location. 31° 15.725′ N, 88° 1.815′ W. Marker is in McIntosh, Alabama, in Washington County. Marker is at the intersection of Jefferson Davis Highway (U.S. 43) and John Johnston Road (County Road 35), on the right when traveling north on Jefferson Davis Highway. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 7554 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Mc Intosh AL 36553, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 13 miles of this
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on December 5, 2013, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 568 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on December 5, 2013, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
