Second Baptist Church (Bloomington, Indiana) facts for kids
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Second Baptist Church
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U.S. Historic district
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Second Baptist Church, September 2010
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 Location in Indiana
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| Location | 321 N. Rogers St., Bloomington, Indiana |
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| Built | 1913 |
| Architect | Samuel Plato |
| Architectural style | Romanesque |
| Part of | Bloomington West Side Historic District (ID97000055) |
| NRHP reference No. | 95001108 |
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| Added to NRHP | September 14, 1995 |
| Designated CP | February 14, 1997 |
The Second Baptist Church is a historic Baptist church building located in Bloomington, Indiana. It was designed by a famous African-American architect named Samuel Plato. The church was built in 1913 and has a special look called Romanesque Revival style.
This church is an important part of Bloomington's history. It is recognized for its unique architecture and its role in the community.
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About Second Baptist Church
The Second Baptist Church is a one-story building made of stone. It has an "L" shape and sits on a raised basement. This means part of the building is slightly underground. The church has been a place of worship and community for over 100 years.
A Special Building Design
The church was designed by Samuel Plato. He was a very talented architect. Plato designed many buildings, especially for African-American communities. His work on the Second Baptist Church shows his skill.
The building has several interesting features. You can see large, round arched openings. It also has a tall, two-story bell tower. The windows are called lancet windows. These are tall and narrow, like a pointed arch. There are also round windows with fancy patterns inside them. These patterns are called oculus tracery.
What is Romanesque Revival?
The Second Baptist Church is built in the Romanesque Revival style. This style became popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s. It takes ideas from old European buildings. These buildings were often from the Romanesque period (around 1000-1200 AD).
Key features of Romanesque Revival buildings include strong, heavy walls. They often have large, round arches over windows and doors. Bell towers are also common. This style makes buildings look solid and impressive.
Its Place in History
The Second Baptist Church is very important. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. This is a list of places in the United States that are special. They are important for their history, architecture, or culture. Being on this list helps protect the building.
Part of a Historic Area
The church is also located inside the Bloomington West Side Historic District. A historic district is an area with many old buildings. These buildings together tell a story about the past. The Bloomington West Side Historic District has many buildings that show the history of the area. The Second Baptist Church is a key part of this important district.
