Big Bethel AME Church, Atlanta

Name: Big Bethel AME Church
Address: 220 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, 30303, United States
Telephone: +1 470-592-0417

#172 among attractions in Atlanta

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The Big Bethel AME Church is the oldest African-American congregation in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, and according to AME historical documents, it is the mother church of AME in North Georgia. It is located at 220 Auburn Avenue NE in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood. It is the "first" church on the North Atlanta District, in the Atlanta-North Georgia Annual Conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. ()

Coordinates: 33°45'21"N, 84°22'50"W

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220 Auburn Ave NEDowntown Atlanta (Peachtree Center)Atlanta 30303 United States

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+1 470-592-0417

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Big Bethel AME Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ebenezer Baptist Church, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, Atlanta from the Ashes, Lake Lanier.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Big Bethel AME Church?

Nearby attractions include APEX Museum, Atlanta (4 min walk), Auburn Avenue Research Library, Atlanta (6 min walk), First Congregational Church, Atlanta (6 min walk), Dixie Coca-Cola Bottling Company Plant, Atlanta (7 min walk).

How to get to Big Bethel AME Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to Big Bethel AME Church:

Tram

Auburn at Piedmont • Lines: Atlanta Streetcar (3 min walk)
Dobbs Plaza • Lines: Atlanta Streetcar (3 min walk)

Metro

Peachtree Center • Lines: Gold, Red (12 min walk)
King Memorial • Lines: Blue, Green (13 min walk)

Bus

Atlanta Greyhound Bus Station (27 min walk)
Village Smoke • Lines: Blue Route (31 min walk)