Where was the first Quaker colony in North America located?

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Ms. Sue · Answer

There were no Quaker colonies. However, there were a few small Quaker communities in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Jersey. After Pennsylvania was founded on the principle of religious freedom, more Quaker communities were established.

Celest · Answer

thanks

Ms. Sue · Answer

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quakers_in_North_America

Celest · Answer

thanks isnt it new jersey???

Celest · Answer

I'm confused... So first it was Massachusetts..then New Jersey?? huh

Ms. Sue · Answer

How are you defining a colony? A few Quakers lived in Massachusetts Bay colony, but they left because they were persecuted there. Read the article carefully about the first Quakers in North America.