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Crocker Memorial Church

The history of the Crocker Memorial Church begins with Peter Crocker, a Civil War veteran born in Wheeler, New York, who became a lighthouse keeper in Key West, Florida, and who, with his wife Sophia, came to the Sara Sota area of Manatee County in 1873 where he purchased 20 acres southwest of Bay and Bee Ridge Roads. Crocker became a trustee for the Phillippi School and the postmaster of the Crocker Post Office located in his house. He also helped to plan the roads surrounding the Bee Ridge area.

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Produced By: Sarasota History Alive
Photo Stills: Sarasota County History Center
Music: Digital Juice

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I love historical churches. I like the feeling of being in church and thinking about God, knowing that hundreds of other people from the past sat in the same spot and had the same thoughts. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by on November 1, 2011
A great video of one of Sarasota's best kept secrets! The Crocker Memorial Church is a busy, wonderful spot for an historical wedding, meetings and performances of all kinds!
Posted by janekirschner on May 25, 2011
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