Mt. Prospect Methodist

Built c. 1851, this church still has an intact slave gallery. Call the church or the Chester County library (803-377-8145) for detailed directions or for more information.
The Chester County Cemetery survey needs your help in locating abandoned and rural church cemeteries and in taking rosters of rural African-American church graveyards. If you are interested or have questions, call Tally Johnson at 803-377-8145.

Getting There & Details

Address
2543 Mountain GapChester,SC 29706
Phone
(803) 789-3145
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