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History of Robert Orrick & Orrick Chapel

February 25 @ 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Historian Brenda Nelson will present a history of Orrick Chapel – the oldest surviving church in town – with some extra details about the church’s namesake Robert Orrick, an entrepreneur and philanthropist who was enslaved for almost half his life.

Details

Date:
February 25
Time:
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Venue

Orrick Chapel
5310 Mulberry Street
Stephens City, VA 22655 United States + Google Map

What We Do

With the town of Stephens City as its focus, the Foundation seeks to interest and engage residents, visitors, scholars and students in the events, lifeways and material culture of the region. We also strive to promote the preservation of the buildings, artifacts and landscapes that are associated with the history of the town of Stephens City.

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History Center Location

PO Box 143 (USPS Mail)
5408 Main Street (FedEx/UPS Deliveries)
Stephens City, VA 22655-0143

Phone: (540) 869-1700
E-mail: info@newtownhistorycenter.org

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