Building record MLI92714 - Memorial in forecourt of the General Baptist Church, Boston
Summary
A memorial dating from about 1880.
Type and Period (1)
- COMMEMORATIVE MONUMENT (c1880, Post Medieval to Modern - 1860 AD to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
A memorial dating from about 1880. It was constructed of pink granite on a stone plinth and circular brick base. It is an obelisk with stepped plinth and is inscribed 'In memory of Rev. Thomas Matthews, 31 years pastor of Baptist Church, erected by his friends and fellow townsmen in token of their admiration of his eminent talents and exalted character. Born August 1798, died Jan 21st 1871.' For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {1}
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SLI8254 Index: Department of the Environment. 1975. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 716-1/10/67.
Map
Location
Grid reference | Centred TF 3274 4360 (2m by 2m) |
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Civil Parish | BOSTON, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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