Peter Cartwright Historic Marker

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Title

Peter Cartwright Historic Marker

Subject

Cartwright, Peter, 1785-1872
Illinois--Pleasant Plains
Historical markers

Description

A historic marker for Peter Cartwright stands in a grassy area.

The sign reads, "Near Pleasant Plains the famous Methodist circuit rider, Peter Cartwright, made his home from 1824 until his death in 1872. His powerful preaching led many thousands into the church and made him a dominant figure in the religious life of Illinois for half a century. Erected by the State of Illinois 1954."

Publisher

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Date

n.d.

Format

jpg

Language

eng

Identifier

405443
Peter Cartwright Collection

Original Format

photographic print
b&w
1

Physical Dimensions

11 x 15 cm