Historic Cokesbury Church

Built in 1854, Cokesbury Church is the oldest church building in Onancock. During the Civil War it closed, and Southern sympathizers joined a new group that became Market St. Methodist Church. In 1865 it reopened as Northern Methodist Episcopal Church. In 1893 stained glass memorial windows were installed, a steeple was added, a new organ was purchased, and new pews were installed. In 1996 it closed due to a dwindling congregation. In 2000 Market St. Methodist Church undertook its revitalization. In 2004 it was added to the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places. In 2006 its roof was replaced and the sanctuary was restored after extensive damage from Tropical Storm Ernesto. In 2019 restoration of its stained glass windows was completed. Today it serves the community as a venue for religious services, meetings, and concerts.

Onancock, Virginia · United States