| West Liberty United Methodist Church | |
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| General information | |
| Location | Marriottsville, Maryland |
| Coordinates | 39°18′58″N76°55′44″E / 39.316075°N 76.928754°E Coordinates: 39°18′58″N76°55′44″E / 39.316075°N 76.928754°E |
| Completed | 1890 |
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| Roof | Shingle |
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The building was constructed in 1890. [1]
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