The Sacred Lot

In 1820, the first church constructed in the Town of Port Royal was built on this lot. The brick building had 12 windows and was inter-denominational. By 1844 it was known as the Methodist Church, although ministers of other denominations still could conduct services there. In 1880, a storm blew down part of the building and the remaining walls had to be demolished. The stone foundation remained in place until 1965, when it was cleared away. In 1883, the Methodists erected a new frame church building on the same lot, but not on the site of the original structure. By 1927, the Baptists were using the church for a Union Sunday School, and this successful usage continued until 1944. Shortly thereafter, the building was vacated and allowed to sink into a state of disrepair. In 1977, the church was demolished by order of the Town Council.

Port Royal, Virginia · United States