Second Baptist Church - New Albany, Indiana - This Old Church on Waymarking.com

This church building was built from 1849-52 for the 2nd Presbyterian congregation. The church was was known as the Town Clock Church was a known as a landmark by river pilots along the Ohio River. The church was also known for its open "secret" as a station along the Underground Railroad. The small openings and rooms in the dirt basement of the church remain as they did when fugitive slaves hid while seeking safety in the north.

The church was sold to the Second Baptist Church in 1889. The building continues to serve the congregation of the Second Baptist Church.

Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1849 Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Baptist If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 11:00 AM Street address of Church: 300 E Main St New Albany, Indiana United States 47150 If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed

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