Erected to the memory of Rev. George H. Dix and the pioneers of Washington Church. George Dix grew up in this congregation and later served for 16 years as its minister.
From 1803 the early settlers worshipped in the William Wallace Inn. In 1838 a frame church was built on this site. It was replaced in 1885 by a brick structure. This memorial is part of the foundation of the second church.