Nazareth
Inscription
Moravian settlers arrived here in 1740 from a failing colony in Georgia. Bishop August B. Spangenberg led an experiment in communal living, called the "Great Economy," 1745-1765. It was designed to support Christian missionaries to the Indians.
Location
AddressE. Center St. (PA 191) & N. Pine St.
CityNazareth
CountyNorthampton
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.742470, -75.306760
Sources
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