Fourth Baptist Church facts for kids
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Fourth Baptist Church
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Fourth Baptist Church in 2018
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 Location in Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Location | 2800 P St., Richmond, Virginia |
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| Area | 1 acre (0.40 ha) |
| Built | 1884 |
| Architectural style | Gothic Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 79003291 |
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| Added to NRHP | September 7, 1979 |
Fourth Baptist Church is a Baptist church located in Richmond, Virginia. It was built in 1884. This historic building is a three-story structure made of brick, covered with a smooth plaster-like material called stucco. It is designed in the Greek Revival style, which means it looks like ancient Greek temples.
The church has a special entrance area called a portico. This portico has two large columns and flat column-like shapes (pilasters) on the walls. These support a decorative band called an entablature, all in the Doric style, which is one of the oldest and simplest Greek architectural styles. In 1964, a Sunday School building was added to the church.
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History of Fourth Baptist Church
When Was Fourth Baptist Church Built?
The main building of Fourth Baptist Church was completed in 1884. It quickly became an important place for the community in Richmond, Virginia.
Who Designed the Sunday School Addition?
The Sunday School building, added in 1964, was designed by a very special architect. Her name was Ethel Bailey Furman (1893-1976). She was the first Black woman to work as an architect in the state of Virginia. This was a big achievement for her and for women in architecture.
Why Is This Church Important?
Fourth Baptist Church was recognized for its historical value in 1979. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of important places in the United States that are worth preserving because of their history or special design.
A person named Leonidas B. Young, II was once a pastor at this church. He later became the mayor of Richmond, Virginia.
