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Founded in 1773, Christ Church is nearing its 250th anniversary year, the vestry said, and the relocation of the memorial markers was just "the beginning" of a larger effort to "take ownership of our history," perhaps with "a museum or interpretive center" on the grounds to better serve tourists and history buffs.
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