Union Baptist Church (Baltimore, Maryland) 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 very old and important church building in Baltimore, Maryland. It is located at 1219 Druid Hill Avenue. This church was built in 1905 and has a special design called Gothic Revival. It was designed by an architect named William J. Beardsley.
This church is special because of its history. It was built for a community that was mostly African-American. A very important leader, Reverend Harvey Johnson, was the minister here for a long time, from 1872 to 1923. He was a strong voice for civil rights.
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About the Union Baptist Church
The Union Baptist Church is a beautiful building made of granite. It has a unique design with steep roofs and tall, narrow windows. These windows are called lancet windows. The church also has special supports on the front walls. These supports are called buttressing. They help the building stand strong on a small piece of land.
A Place of History and Hope
The church was started in 1852. It became a very important place for the African-American community in Baltimore. Reverend Harvey Johnson led the church for many years. He was a brave leader who worked hard for equal rights. He spoke out against unfair laws and helped people fight for justice. His work at the Union Baptist Church made it a center for change.
Recognized as a Historic Landmark
Because of its important history and unique architecture, the Union Baptist Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. This list includes buildings and places that are important to the history of the United States. Being on this list helps protect the church for future generations.
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