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For many years there has been increased visitation to the Strawbridge Shrine. The groups have varied in number and ages, but have included school-age young people, people interested in local history and colonial history, as well as church leaders and members. There have been Methodist and people of other denominations.
To meet this increasing demand, our Board of Directors envisions a new Visitors Center; a small building (about 4,000 square feet) where visitors can get a good introduction to Robert Strawbridge and his ministry in the establishing of the first Methodist congregations in the country. |
Design
The design would be reflective of the three historic buildings on the site, and would fit comfortably in the rolling countryside of Maryland. It is our hope that this building would be a place for visitors to get a sense of the origins of Methodism in America and, equally importantly, to enjoy sharing Christian fellowship and activities reflective of our contemporary life together.
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Contents
The building would be comprised of an interactive display room showing many 18th century artifacts, a gift shop area, and an office. There would also be a meeting room for seminars, discussion groups, lay leadership conferences, and other get-togethers.
The board would additionally like to have an adjacent outdoor patio area to enjoy in the warmer months, possibly for picnics or even wedding parties. |
capital campaign
Contributions designated for the Visitors Center Capital Campaign are welcome. Please indicate "Visitors Center" on your check.
There are also special opportunities for for naming rights and "In Memoriam" contributions. Contact us at [email protected] to learn more about these opportunities. |