Windsor Ruins are undoubtedly Mississippi’s most famous ruins – but they’re not the state’s only ruins. Hiding in a Delta cemetery, you’ll find the ruins of St. John’s Episcopal Church. The ruins of the church aren’t nearly as well known as the Windsor Ruins, but they’re just as impressive. In fact, the ruins are “one of Mississippi’s most photographed historic sites.” Take a look:

These are the ruins of St. John’s Episcopal Church. Not surprisingly, the stunning remnants continue to attract photographers and visitors from near and far.
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The ruins can be found at Greenfield Cemetery, the oldest cemetery in Washington County.
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Greenfield Cemetery was established by early settlers, who began to settle in the Lake Washington area in the 1820s.
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Built in the 1850s and consecrated in 1857, it was one of the first churches in the region.
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Sadly, the church wasn't around for long.
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When the Civil War rolled around, the church's windows were removed to make lead bullets.
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After the windows were removed, the church was exposed to the elements, and before long, wind and rain ravaged the church's interior.
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Efforts to restore the church were made at the turn of the century. Unfortunately, a tornado struck the area in 1904 and wreaked further havoc on the church.
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Today, a bell tower and brick foundations are all that remain of St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
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So, ready to explore one of the state's most photographed historic sites?
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Remember, the ruins are in Greenfield Cemetery, which is located at 286 Eastside Lake Washington Rd., Glen Allan, MS 38744. Click here for more information.

So, ever heard of these ruins? Have you visited? Know of other ruins in the state? Tell us in the comments section.

This isn’t the only place where remnants of the Civil War exist. Read about others here.

 

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