Second African Baptist Church
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dukemartin
N 38° 15.294 W 085° 45.118
16S E 609195 N 4234833
A two sided sign telling about the history of the local church.
Waymark Code: WMH551
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 05/24/2013
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Second African Baptist Church
The church was more than a religious experience for African Americans. It was also a school, a social center, and a training ground in group cooperation. In 1848 the church relocated to Green Street (now Liberty) and took its current name in 1860. Church moved to its new edifice at 519 East Gray Street, September 29, 1930.
Second African Baptist Church
Second African Baptist Church, now Green Street Baptist Church, was formally organized here, Sept. 29, 1844. As was usual in the years of slavery, the founding members had the sponsorship of a protection committee, appointed by First Baptist Church (now Walnut Street). The first pastor was Elder George Wells, 1844 ~ 1850.
Marker Name: Second African Baptist Church
Marker Location: City
Type of Marker: Other
Marker Number (for official markers): 1949
Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker:
Kentucky Historical Society
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