The Coast / St. Marys
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church Historic Chapel
The chapel began as the Bank of St. Marys in 1840, however, after seven years the bank failed. Mrs. Marie Ponce Defour and her husband, Lewis, purchased the chapel for their church. Many parishioners were Acadians who came from Nova Scotia seeking religious freedom. A bell tower was added to the building, and the chapel was used until 1957 when a new, much larger church was built. This building is also believed to be the oldest standing masonary bank building in the State of Georgia.
Info & Amenities
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Admission & Fees
Admission Free
Facility Amenities
Free Parking, Self-guided Tours
General Information
Family-friendly, Free Admission
Near Interstate Highway
95
Suitable for Ages
All Ages
Nearby Attractions
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church Historic Chapel
201 Osborne StreetSt. Marys, GA 31558 View Listing
St. Marys Charter Boat Tours
St. Marys Tourism Office 400 Osborne StreetSt. Marys, GA 31558 View Listing
St. Marys United Methodist Church Historic Chapel
105 East Conyers StreetSt. Marys, GA 31558 View Listing
