The Mounting Block

The mounting block sits directly in front of the south or front wall. It was constructed in 1776 during the Revolutionary era by Jonathan Hughes using local fieldstone capped with Valley Forge Bluestone. It aided in the mounting and dismounting from horses and carriages when members of the congregation came to attend services. Records indicate that 3 shillings 6 pence was paid for “making horse block.”

The mounting block located outside the church wall

An old-time carriage like those that might have used the mounting block when attending services