Madison Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church facts for kids
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Madison Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church
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Madison Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church, March 2012
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| Location | 1327 Madison Ave., Baltimore, Maryland |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1857 |
| Architect | Balbirnie, Thomas |
| Architectural style | Greek Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 92001153 |
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| Added to NRHP | September 4, 1992 |
The Douglas Memorial Community Church is a historic church building in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. It was originally known as the Madison Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church. This beautiful building was constructed between 1857 and 1858. It is made of brick and designed in the Greek Revival style, which looks a lot like ancient Greek temples.
The church is famous for its front, which has four tall, fluted Corinthian columns. These columns are a key part of its classic look. A two-story addition was built around 1900 in the Colonial Revival style. This church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1992 because of its historical importance.
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About the Church Building
The Douglas Memorial Community Church is a very old and important building. It stands proudly in Baltimore, Maryland. The church is known for its unique style. It looks like a grand temple from ancient Greece.
Its History
The church building was started in 1857 and finished in 1858. It was first called the Madison Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church. Over the years, it became a very important place for the community. In 1992, the church was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is a special place that should be protected for future generations.
Architecture and Design
The church is built from strong bricks. Its main design style is called Greek Revival. This style was popular in the 1800s. It copies the look of ancient Greek temples. The front of the church has four large columns. These are called Corinthian columns. They have fancy tops with carved leaves.
Around the year 1900, a new part was added to the back of the church. This addition has a different style called Colonial Revival. This style was popular in America and often used ideas from early American buildings.
Important Leaders
Many important people have served as pastors at this church. Two well-known pastors include Marion C. Bascom and Raphael Warnock. These leaders helped guide the church community. They played a big role in the life of the church.
Find Out More
- Madison Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church, Baltimore City, including photo from 1991, at Maryland Historical Trust
- Douglas Memorial Community Church website
