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Emmanuel Episcopal Church (Port Conway, Virginia) is located in Virginia
Emmanuel Episcopal Church (Port Conway, Virginia)
Location in Virginia
Emmanuel Episcopal Church (Port Conway, Virginia) is located in the United States
Emmanuel Episcopal Church (Port Conway, Virginia)
Location in the United States
Location U.S. Route 301
Port Conway, Virginia
Nearest city Port Royal, Virginia
Area 1 acre (0.40 ha)
Built 1860
Architect Niernsee & Neilson
Architectural style Gothic Revival
NRHP reference No. 86003593
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Added to NRHP January 7, 1987

Emmanuel Episcopal Church is a beautiful old church located in Port Conway, Virginia. You can find it on the west side of U.S. Route 301, just north of the Rappahannock River. This historic church and its graveyard sit right in front of Belle Grove.

Belle Grove is a very special place. It was the childhood home of Eleanor Rose "Nelly" Conway. She was the mother of James Madison, who later became a President! James Madison was actually born at Belle Grove in 1751. Emmanuel Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places on January 7, 1987. This means it's recognized as an important historical site. The church still has its original pipe organ, built by Henry Erben, which is used during services even today!

A Look at Its History

Emmanuel Church was built in 1860. It was designed by architects Niernsee & Neilson. The church's style is called Gothic Revival. This style often includes pointed arches and tall windows, like those found in medieval cathedrals. The church has been a place of worship for over 160 years.

Still Active Today

Emmanuel Church is not just a historical building; it's still a busy church! It's one of three churches that make up the Hanover-with-Brunswick Parish. This parish is part of the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia. Services are held at Emmanuel Church twice a month.

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