Denominational
services performed originally by visiting
commissioner and later by area ministers. Until 1802 the children attended
area churches in rotation. This practice was
found to be impractical and in August 1801 a
cornerstone was laid for the Orphan House
Chapel. Although
Gabriel Manigault is generally credited with
the design of the building there is
no mention in the records of the architect. The
Chapel was "erected by voluntary benevolence of the
citizens."
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