Grace Methodist Church

Organized December 24, 1797

Since that date four sanctuaries have burned, 1803–1843–1886–1947. Present imposing and lovely church was dedicated to the glory of God and service to mankind May 15, 1955. Body of Reverend Wm. Meredith, founder of Methodism in Wilmington, rests beneath the altar.

Bishop Francis Asbury preached here January 1813.

Marker is at the intersection of Grace Street and North 4th Street, on the left when traveling east on Grace Street.

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