St. John's Episcopal Church, Richmond

Name: St. John's Episcopal Church
Address: 2401 E Broad St, Richmond, 23223, United States
Telephone: +1 804-648-5015

#41 among attractions in Richmond

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St. John's Church is an Episcopal church located at 2401 East Broad Street in Richmond, Virginia, United States. Formed from several earlier parishes, St. John's is the oldest church in the city of Richmond, Virginia. It was built in 1741 by William Randolph's son, Colonel Richard Randolph; the Church Hill district was named for it. It was the site of two important conventions in the period leading to the American Revolutionary War, and is famous as the location where American Founding Father Patrick Henry gave his memorable speech at the Second Virginia Convention, closing with the often-quoted demand, "Give me liberty, or give me death!" The church is designated as a National Historic Landmark. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1741 (283 years ago)Coordinates: 37°31'53"N, 77°25'11"W

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2401 E Broad StChurch HillRichmond 23223 United States

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+1 804-648-5015

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St. John's Episcopal Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Richmond Coliseum, Virginia Holocaust Museum, Edgar Allan Poe Museum, The National.

1.2 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Outdoor activities
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~1830 ftW
Powerful museum with free admission
Virginia Holocaust Museum, Richmond
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~1840 ftW
Photos, memorabilia and a Raven Room
Edgar Allan Poe Museum, Richmond
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1.1 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
The National, Richmond
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0.7 miW
Bridge
Norfolk Southern James River Bridge, Richmond
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0.6 miW
Bridge
James River Bridge, Richmond
15 min walk • The James River Bridge carries Interstate 95 across the James River in Richmond, Virginia.
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Greek Revival architecture, Church
First African Baptist Church, Richmond
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0.6 miSE
Park, Garden, Playground
Chimborazo Park, Richmond
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1.2 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Richmond CenterStage, Richmond
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0.6 miNE
Greek Revival architecture, Church
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~1360 ftNE
Greek Revival architecture, Church
Leigh Street Baptist Church, Richmond
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. John's Episcopal Church?

Nearby attractions include St Patrick's Catholic Church, Richmond (1 min walk), WRVA Building, Richmond (5 min walk), Leigh Street Baptist Church, Richmond (7 min walk), Tobacco Row, Richmond (8 min walk).

How to get to St. John's Episcopal Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. John's Episcopal Church:

Train

Richmond Main Street (15 min walk)

Bus

A • Lines: 1A, 1C (26 min walk)
B • Lines: 1A, 1C (26 min walk)