National Register of Historic Places
St. Luke's Church
St. Luke's Church is a historic place in Smithfield, Isle Of Wight County, Virginia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000838.
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St. Luke's Church
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About this place
What is St. Luke's Church?
St. Luke's Church, also known as Old Brick Church, or Newport Parish Church, is a historic church building, located in the unincorporated community of Benns Church, near Smithfield in Isle of Wight County, Virginia, United States. It is the oldest church in Virginia and oldest church in British North America of brick construction. According to local tradition the structure was built in 1632, but other evidence points to a date of 1682; see Dating controversy.
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Listing details
- Name
- St. Luke's Church
- City
- Smithfield
- County
- Isle Of Wight County
- State
- Virginia
- Listed on the National Register
- October 15, 1966
- NRIS reference number
- 66000838
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 36.94055, -76.58555
When was St. Luke's Church listed on the National Register?
St. Luke's Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.
Where is St. Luke's Church located?
St. Luke's Church is located in Smithfield, Isle Of Wight County, Virginia at approximately 36.94055, -76.58555. See the map above.
Is St. Luke's Church a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. St. Luke's Church is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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