Newtown Square Friends Meeting House

Newtown Square Friends Meeting House is a two-story stone building originally constructed in 1711 and expanded in 1791. Inside, wood wainscoting and a dividing wall separate the main hall into distinct spaces for worship, with an adjoining burial ground containing graves dating from 1700.

Local Quakers initially gathered in members' homes before establishing a formal congregation in 1706 under the leadership of William Lewis and other community figures. The stone building was constructed in 1711 to create a permanent place for their meetings and worship.

The meeting house takes its name from the Newtown Square area, shaped by Quaker families who established their community here over generations. The burial ground on the property reflects how deeply rooted these families were in the region and their role in shaping local life.

The meeting house holds regular gatherings where visitors can explore the spaces and examine the historic structure. The burial ground is open for visitors to walk among the graves and read the names and dates on the stones.

The northern wall preserves original elements from the 1711 construction, including a doorway and window that were incorporated into the 1791 expansion. These surviving features allow visitors to see the building techniques and materials used by early Quaker builders.

GPS coordinates: 39.99160,-75.40520

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:15