National Register of Historic Places

Summerville Presbyterian Church and Cemetery

Lillington, Harnett County, North Carolina
Listed
April 24, 1985
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
85000903

About this property

Summerville Presbyterian Church and Cemetery is a historic Presbyterian church and cemetery located near Lillington, Harnett County, North Carolina. The original church was built in 1811, burned down due to being struck by lightning, and was rebuilt in 1848. It is a simple rectangular frame building with Greek Revival and Gothic Revival design elements. The adjacent cemetery includes approximately 150 burial plots and a fine collection of mid and late-19th century markers. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.

Location

Lillington, Harnett County, North Carolina
35.40285, -78.85508

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Sources

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When was Summerville Presbyterian Church and Cemetery listed on the National Register?

Summerville Presbyterian Church and Cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 24, 1985.

What type of historic resource is Summerville Presbyterian Church and Cemetery?

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

What is the period of significance for Summerville Presbyterian Church and Cemetery?

The period of significance for Summerville Presbyterian Church and Cemetery is recorded as the industrial era.

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