St. John's African Methodist Episcopal Church, Norfolk
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St. John's AME Church is a historic congregation of the African Methodist Episcopal Church in Norfolk, Virginia, United States. Founded in 1840, it was the first African American Episcopal Church in Virginia. It moved to its present location on East Bute Street in what is now Downtown Norfolk in 1848. ()
Built: 1888 (136 years ago)Coordinates: 36°51'6"N, 76°16'58"W
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Downtown NorfolkNorfolk
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St. John's African Methodist Episcopal Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Chrysler Museum of Art, MacArthur Center, Harbor Park, Waterside.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to St. John's African Methodist Episcopal Church?
Nearby attractions include First Baptist Church, Norfolk (3 min walk), Chrysler Hall, Norfolk (5 min walk), Willoughby-Baylor House, Norfolk (6 min walk), Freemason Street Baptist Church, Norfolk (6 min walk).
How to get to St. John's African Methodist Episcopal Church by public transport?
The nearest stations to St. John's African Methodist Episcopal Church:
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- Norfolk Downtown Transit Center (3 min walk)
- Norfolk Greyhound Station (9 min walk)
Light rail
- Monticello • Lines: Tide (9 min walk)
- Civic Plaza • Lines: Tide (12 min walk)
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- Norfolk (18 min walk)
Ferry
- Waterside • Lines: Elizabeth River Ferry (19 min walk)
- North Landing • Lines: Elizabeth River Ferry (30 min walk)