National Register of Historic Places

Newark Union Church and Cemetery

Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware
Listed
February 6, 2020
Type
Building
Period
Civil War
Ref No.
100004955

Location

8 and 20 Newark Union Public Rd.
Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware
39.78661, -75.51382

Significance

Newark Union Church and Cemetery is a building in Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 6, 2020, under reference number 100004955. Its period of significance dates to the Civil War era. It is recognized for its significance in Architecture and Religion.

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Sources

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When was Newark Union Church and Cemetery listed on the National Register?

Newark Union Church and Cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 6, 2020.

What type of historic resource is Newark Union Church and Cemetery?

Newark Union Church and Cemetery is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Newark Union Church and Cemetery?

The period of significance for Newark Union Church and Cemetery is recorded as the civil_war era.

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