Thornley Chapel, Ocean Grove, NJ
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On the corner of Mt Tabor and Pilgrim's Pathway in Historic Ocean Grove, NJ, Thornley Chapel has been an integral part of this community since 1889.
Waymark Code: WM3GTR
Location: New Jersey, United States
Date Posted: 04/05/2008
Views: 63
Dr. James H. Thornley, was a charter member of the Camp Meeting Association, which founded Ocean Grove in 1869. He believed a structure should be dedicated to the services of the youth in the community.
Dr. Thornley passed on February 12, 1889, but at the May meeting of the Association that year, a Memorial Chapel to Dr. Thornley was appointed. A special building by Founder's Park was chosen and remodeled to a working chapel.
The Chapel is still in use today, for the Ocean Grove's Famous Children's Meetings held 9 AM daily for children up to 12 years old. And the Victorian charm of the Chapel has made it a popular spot for weddings as well.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 05/01/1889
Age of Church building determined by?: Historical Society
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Catholic
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 12:00 AM
Street address of Church:
Pilgrim Pathway and Mt. Tabor
Ocean Grove, NJ USA
07756
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Not listed
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
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