Hopewell Academy (Hopewell, New Jersey)

Hopewell Baptist Academy in Hopewell, New Jersey was America's first Baptist secondary school. One of the students, James Manning, established Brown University in 1765.[1]

History

It was founded in 1756 by Isaac Eaton and was housed at the Old School Baptist Church parsonage in Hopewell, New Jersey.[1][2] It closed in 1767.[3]

Alumni

• Hezekiah Smith, established Brown University in 1765.
• James Manning (1738–1791), established Brown University in 1765.

References

1. "It's in New Jersey, but It Screams Vermont". New York Times. November 18, 2007. Retrieved 2014-12-30.
2. "Hopewell Academy". Retrieved 2014-12-30.
3. Kaufman, Charles H (1981). Music in New Jersey, 1655-1860. ISBN 9780838622704. Retrieved 2014-12-30.