Ambrose Chapel
About this property
Ambrose Chapel is a historic Methodist chapel located at Stotlers Crossroads, Morgan County, West Virginia. The land was deeded for a free meeting house for anyone who preached the gospel of Jesus Christ, in 1797 by (William) Henry Ambrose. The original building was a log structure and was later replaced.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 98001470. It was listed on December 15, 1998.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Ambrose Chapel listed on the National Register?
Ambrose Chapel was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 15, 1998.
What type of historic resource is Ambrose Chapel?
Ambrose Chapel is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Ambrose Chapel?
The period of significance for Ambrose Chapel is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1797.
Can I research the history near Ambrose Chapel?
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