Reverend John Callender

circa 1843

Copy after Robert Feke. John Callender (1706-1748) was the preacher at First Baptist Church in Newport from 1731 until his death in 1748. During his time in Newport, Reverend Callender joined a very selective pre-existing literary and philosophical society. This became the group of charter members that founded the Redwood Library.

oil paint on canvas

H-78.1 W-66.7 cm

Purchased from Jane Stuart

PA.117