Union Baptist Church (Baltimore) facts for kids
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Union Baptist Church
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| Location | 1219 Druid Hill Ave., Baltimore City, Maryland |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1905 |
| Architect | Beardsley, William J. |
| Architectural style | Late Gothic Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 09001173 |
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| Added to NRHP | December 30, 2009 |
The Union Baptist Church is a historic Baptist church building. It is located at 1219 Druid Hill Avenue in central Baltimore, Maryland. This church is important for its history and its beautiful design. It was built for a community that was mostly African-American.
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A Look at Union Baptist Church History
The Union Baptist Church was built in 1905. It was designed by a New York architect named William J. Beardsley. The church is made of strong granite stone. Its style is called Gothic Revival. This means it looks like old European churches. It has steep roofs and tall, narrow windows. These windows are called lancet windows. The front of the church has special supports called buttressing. These supports help the walls stand strong on a small piece of land.
The Church's Beginnings
The church congregation started way back in 1852. This was a long time ago! From 1872 to 1923, a very important person led the church. His name was Reverend Harvey Johnson. He was a strong leader.
Reverend Harvey Johnson and Civil Rights
Reverend Harvey Johnson was more than just a minister. He was a powerful voice for change. He spoke out for the rights of African-Americans. He was a key figure in the civil rights movement. This movement worked to make sure all people had equal rights. Reverend Johnson helped lead the way for fairness and justice.
National Recognition for the Church
The Union Baptist Church is a very special building. Because of its history and importance, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. This list includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important to American history. Being on this list helps protect the church for future generations.
See also
External links
- Union Baptist Church website
- Union Baptist Church, Baltimore City, including undated photo, at Maryland Historical Trust
- Union Baptist Church – Explore Baltimore Heritage
