Old Swedes Church

Discover the history that this church has seen since 1698.

Old Swedes Foundation

Quick Facts

Location:

606 N Church Street Wilmington, DE 19801

Significance:

Old Swedes Church served as the first place of worship in the New Sweden Colony and was built in 1698 by the Swedish Government despite being under the English rule.

Designation:

National Historical Landmark

MANAGED BY:

Old Swedes Foundation

Amenities

9 listed

Amphitheater, Benches/Seating, Cellular Signal, First Aid Kit Available, Gifts/Souvenirs/Books, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present, Parking - Auto, Restroom

Old Swedes Church, built by the Swedish Government in 1698 -1699, is considered one of the nation’s oldest church buildings that is still in regular use as house of worship. Originally, the church was established as a Swedish Lutheran Church to support the growing needs of the nearby New Sweden Colony. This building serves as one of the few remaining sites that documents the settlements throughout the Delaware Valley and the establishment the nation. In 1963 this site was designated a Registered National Landmark and is a must see for learning about the history in the Delaware Valley.