Bishop Asbury Cottage

An 18th century cottage which was the boyhood home of Francis Asbury, the first American Methodist Bishop. Asbury is virtually unknown in Britain but has his own statue on the Capitol in Washington. He is considered important in the founding of an independent American nation.

The cottage is furnished in period style, and has memorabilia and information relating to Asbury's life in West Bromwich, America and in the cottage itself. There's also information relating to the rise of Methodism in the Black Country, and links to John Wesley's life and times, and visits to the local area.

The cottage is believed to date from the early 18th century. It is a simple artisan's dwelling, constructed of brick, tile and timber. When it was built, it was part of a short terrace, but the other cottages have since been demolished to make way for the widening of the Newton Road.

The cottage is very small, and has no visitor facilities.