Quinn Chapel AME Church (St. Louis, Missouri) facts for kids
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Quinn Chapel AME Church
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| Location | 227 Bowen St., St. Louis, Missouri |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1869 |
| NRHP reference No. | 74002277 |
| Added to NRHP | October 16, 1974 |
Quinn Chapel AME Church is a very old and important building in St. Louis, Missouri. It's located in the Carondelet area. This building is special because it was first built in 1869 as a public market. Later, in 1880, it became a church for the African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME). The AME Church is a Christian church that was started by African Americans. Because of its history, Quinn Chapel was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 16, 1974. Today, Rev. Lori K. Beason is the pastor there.
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What is the History of Quinn Chapel?
The church we know today as Quinn Chapel has a long history. It started as the Carondelet AME Church, which was founded way back in 1845.
How Did the Church Get Its Building?
In 1880, the Carondelet AME Church bought a building from the city of St. Louis. This building was originally the North Public Market. It had been built in 1869 by the city of Carondelet. However, in 1870, St. Louis took over Carondelet, so the market building became part of St. Louis. The church then changed the market building into a place of worship.
Why Was the Name Changed to Quinn Chapel?
Two years later, in 1882, the church decided to change its name. They chose "Quinn Chapel" to honor William Paul Quinn. He was a very important leader in the AME Church. William Paul Quinn was the fourth bishop of the AME Church, and he helped it grow a lot.
What is Quinn Chapel Used for Today?
Quinn Chapel is still a busy and active church today. It continues to be a place where people gather for worship and community events. The current pastor, Rev. Lori K. Beason, leads the church.
See also
External links
- Preservation Issues listing for Quinn Chapel
- Waymark listing for Quinn Chapel A.M.E. Church - St. Louis, Missouri
- Archiplanet listing for Quinn Chapel AME Church
- History of churches in Carondelet
