Henricus Historical Park Breaks Ground on Re-Created Church & Meeting Hall

On Monday, May 7, dignitaries gathered to break ground on the re-created 1611 colonial Church & Meeting Hall at Henricus Historical Park. In colonial culture, the church structure was the focus of civic activity within the settlement and served as a place of worship, court of law and meeting space. At the event, major donors were recognized including the Mary Morton Parsons Foundation, Windsor Foundation and counties of Henrico and Chesterfield. Honorary Town Architect, Thomas K. McLaughlin, Jr., who passed away in January, was thanked for his many contributions including the design of Mt. Malady, Rocke Hall, Ordinary and Church & Meeting Hall. McLaughlin’s family was presented with resolutions from Henrico and Chesterfield counties along with a commemorative shovel from the chair of the Henricus Foundation. Following the groundbreaking ceremony, lunch was served to more than 100 guests during entertainment from Kelly Kennedy & Friends.