National Historic Landmark

Monumental Church

Richmond (Independent City), Richmond County, Virginia
Listed
April 15, 1969
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
69000326

About this property

Monumental Church is a former Episcopal church at 1224 E. Broad Street between N. 12th and College streets in Richmond, Virginia. Designed by architect Robert Mills, it is one of America's earliest and most distinctive Greek Revival churches. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has been designated as a National Historic Landmark and is located in the Court End historic district. Monumental Church was built between 1812 and 1814 to commemorate the 72 people who died on the site in the December 26, 1811, Richmond Theatre fire. The building consists of two parts: a crypt and a church. The crypt is located beneath the sanctuary and contains the remains of those who died in the fire. The church is octagonal in form; its walls are constructed with brick faced with Aquia Creek sandstone and a stucco finish.

Location

1224 E. Broad St.
Richmond (Independent City), Richmond County, Virginia
37.53885, -77.42986

Categories

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Monumental Church listed on the National Register?

Monumental Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 15, 1969.

What type of historic resource is Monumental Church?

Monumental Church is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Monumental Church a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Monumental Church has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Monumental Church?

The period of significance for Monumental Church is recorded as the industrial era.

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