From Shiloh Old Site’s web site “In 1923, under Reverend Hester’s leadership, money was collected for purchase of a Moller pipe organ for the church. Many individuals and groups in the congregation worked hard to raise money through bake sales, musical programs, and other efforts. The installation and dedication of the organ was celebrated during … Read more
More people ask about George Home than any other historical figure. Relatives, researchers and the curious all want to know more. Here is the dedication of the Home plaque that is in our Narthex
From A Life in ‘The ‘Burg – John C. Goolrick Introduction -The letter below which indicates that General Patton knew about St. George’s Cemetery is included in the appendix of John Goolrick’s book on Fredericksburg. Goolrick (1935-2005) was a columnist and reporter for the Free Lance-Star. A column at his death wrote “John Goolrick liked … Read more
It is Christmas, 1924. The greening of the Church has taken place. The hymn boards show advent hymns according to the Hymnal of 1916. Someone has hired Judson Smith Studios to take a professional picture of the interior. (Judson Smith (1880-1962) was a prominent photographer in Fredericksburg during his day). Was it because of the … Read more
Who was Hattie Tackett ? Some have claimed to seen her ghost. Barbara Willis wrote this short account for the ECW.
A brief survey of changes to the interior of the church with some pictures.
One of the most important interior renovations was that in 1906. Here is a detail examination of the wonderful interior picture we have from that era.
More pictures of the exterior church leading up to the current time.
