Calvary Baptist Church (Oklahoma City) facts for kids
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| Location | 2nd and Walnut Sts., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma |
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| Area | 1 acre (0.40 ha) |
| Built | 1921 |
| Built by | Russell Benton Bingham |
| Architect | Russell Benton Bingham |
| NRHP reference No. | 78002244 |
| Added to NRHP | December 19, 1978 |
Calvary Baptist Church, also known as Second Street Baptist Church or Saint Paul Baptist Church, is a historic building located at 2nd and Walnut Streets in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. It's a special place because of its long history and the important events that happened there.
A Historic Oklahoma City Church
This beautiful church building was constructed in 1921. It was designed by an architect named Russell Benton Bingham, who also helped build it. Because of its historical importance, Calvary Baptist Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. This means it's recognized as a significant landmark in American history.
A Place for Important Voices
Calvary Baptist Church played a role in the Civil rights movement. A very famous leader, Martin Luther King Jr., spoke at this church. His visit made the church an important spot for people working towards fairness and equality for everyone.
A New Chapter
After many years, the church building found a new purpose. In 2012, a law firm called Dan Davis Law bought the building. They spent more than $2,000,000 to carefully fix it up and bring it back to its original beauty. Today, the building is used as offices, but its history is still remembered and honored.
External Links
- Information about Civil Rights history
- More about Calvary Baptist Church
- News article about the church's new life
