Salem Chapel, British Methodist Episcopal Church
Text from the plaque
Salem Chapel, built in 1855, was an important centre of 19th-century abolitionist and civil rights activity in Canada. Harriet Tubman, the famous Underground Railroad "conductor", lived near here from 1851 to 1858 and is traditionally associated with Salem Chapel. Many of those aided to freedom became church members and put down roots in the local community. The auditory-hall design typifies the style associated with the Underground Railroad-related churches in Ontario.
Transcribed from the marker, not summarised.
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The Region of Niagara
The City of St. Catharines
On the northeast corner of Geneva Street and North Street
1 block south of Welland Avenue
Also recorded for this place: The Region of Niagara
N 43 09.914 W 79 14.411
Recorded August 2011. Check current access before visiting.
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