Queen Street Baptist Church facts for kids
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Queen Street Baptist Church
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 Location in Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Location | 413 Brambleton Ave., Norfolk, Virginia |
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| Area | 1 acre (0.40 ha) |
| Built | 1910 |
| Architect | Mitchell, Rossell Edward |
| Architectural style | Late Gothic Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 06000141 |
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| Added to NRHP | March 15, 2006 |
The Queen Street Baptist Church is a special historic church located in Norfolk, Virginia. It is a place of worship for African-American Baptists. This beautiful brick church was built a long time ago, between 1910 and 1911.
In 2006, this church was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's an important building that helps tell the story of our country's past.
About Queen Street Baptist Church
The Queen Street Baptist Church is a one-story building made of brick. It has a rectangular shape. The church was designed in a style called Late Gothic Revival.
This style is known for its pointed arches, like those you might see in old castles or cathedrals. The front and sides of the church have these cool pointed arch windows.
Building Features
A tall, pointed tower called a spire sits on top of the church's roof at the front. This spire makes the church stand out. It's a classic feature of the Gothic Revival style.
In 1952, an extra building was added next to the church. This was an educational annex, used for classes and activities. It was made even bigger in 1957 to create more space.
Church History
The group of people who attend Queen Street Baptist Church has a long history. The congregation, or church community, started way back in 1884. This means they have been together for over 140 years!
The church building itself was constructed a bit later, starting in 1910. It took about a year to build, finishing in 1911.
