Brick Chapel Now Open at Historic St. Mary’s

The reconstructed Brick Chapel at Historic St. Mary’s City is now open for visitors to the outdoor living history museum. The opening marks the culmination of decades of archaeological research, historical study, and preservation efforts dedicated to one of Maryland’s most significant sites of religious freedom. Constructed in 1667, the Brick Chapel stands as a powerful reminder of faith, perseverance, and early American values. It was built during a time when colonial Maryland served as a refuge for those fleeing religious persecution in England. The Lords Baltimore’s vision of liberty of conscience set the foundation for religious tolerance in the…