Birthplace of John Carroll

Born 1735 — Died 1815

First archbishop in United States, 1808. At request of Congress he accompanied Benj. Franklin, Saml. Chase and Chas. Carroll of Carrollton to Quebec in an effort to have Canada unite with the thirteen colonies in the ...

Archbishop John Carroll

1735 - 1815

Ardent patriot and champion of religious freedom. Born in Upper Marlborough on this site. First Catholic bishop of the United States. Founder of Georgetown University.

Marker is at the intersection of Main Street and West Court Drive on Main ...

John Carroll

(1735-1815)

First Archbishop of Baltimore

Founder of Georgetown University

By Sculptor Jerome Connor

commissioned by alumni, faculty and Jesuits.

To insure that this University treasure,

placed here on May 4, 1912,

will forever survive to greet all

visitors to this campus:

Please do not ...