Fort Eustis in Newport News, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

Glebe Lands

Photographed By Kevin W., January 7, 2016

1. Glebe Lands Marker

Inscription. In conjunction with a brick church of the Anglican faith, which stood near this spot in 1660, Glebe lands were set aside for the clergy during their incumbency. The congregation worked the lands, raised cattle and hogs, and stocked the necessary building. Under act of assembly Glebe lands were ordered dissolved after the Revolutionary War, and in 1804 Matthew Drewry bought 53 acres in Mulberry Island for 16 shillings per acre.

Erected by Corporation of Newport News, Virginia.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Virginia, Corporation of Newport News series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1660.

Location. 37° 9.794′ N, 76° 34.748′ W. Marker is in Newport News, Virginia. It is in Fort Eustis. Marker is on Monroe Avenue just north of Dillon Circle, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Fort Eustis VA 23604, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. YAC-1 / CV-2 / CV-7 Caribou (about 800 feet away, measured in a direct line); CH-54 Tarhe (about 800 feet away); U-1A Otter (about 800 feet away); Airgeep II VZ-8P (B) (approx. 0.2 miles away); CH-37 Mojave

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(approx. 0.2 miles away); U-6A Beaver (approx. 0.2 miles away); GEM, Model 2500 Air Car (approx. 0.2 miles away); H-25A Mule (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newport News.

Photographed By Kevin W., January 7, 2016

2. Glebe Lands Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 23, 2016, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 666 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 23, 2016, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.