Salem United Methodist Church

Salem United Methodist Church (HM1RYK)

Location: Newark, DE 19702 New Castle County
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Country: United States of America
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N 39° 38.722', W 75° 42.166'

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The origin of Methodism in this part of Delaware can be traced to the early 1770's when a Methodist Society was organized and began meeting in the home of Isaac Hersey, a prominent farmer and miller. Through the efforts of Hersey's step-son William McIntire and others, the land on which "Salem Meeting House" was constructed was obtained in 1807. The congregation was formally incorporated on October 16, 1807. Bishop Francis Asbury noted in his journal that he preached at this house of worship on several occasions. The church was remodeled several times during the 19th century, and was completely renovated in 1904. A Fellowship Hall was added in 1958, and the current sanctuary was built next to the hall in 1987. Members of this congregation were also instrumental in establishing Tyson's Chapel (Newark) and Christiana Methodist Episcopal Church in the early 19th century. Today, Salem United Methodist Church continues to provide for the spiritual needs of the community it serves.
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HM NumberHM1RYK
Marker NumberNC-172
Year Placed2007
Placed ByDelaware Public Archives
Marker ConditionNo reports yet
Date Added Thursday, April 28th, 2016 at 1:03pm PDT -07:00
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Locationbig map
UTM (WGS84 Datum)18S E 439702 N 4388633
Decimal Degrees39.64536667, -75.70276667
Degrees and Decimal MinutesN 39° 38.722', W 75° 42.166'
Degrees, Minutes and Seconds39° 38' 43.32" N, 75° 42' 9.96" W
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Area Code(s)302
Closest Postal AddressAt or near 457-469 Salem Church Rd, Newark DE 19702, US
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