First Baptist Church, Columbus

Name: First Baptist Church
Address: 3300 Fairlawn Dr, Columbus, 47203, United States
Telephone: +1 812-376-3321

#3 among attractions in Columbus

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The First Baptist Church is one of six National Historic Landmarks in Columbus, Indiana. It was designed by distinguished architect Harry Weese; construction was completed in 1965. Since completion, few alterations have been made and the building has retained its integrity. It was one of the first church designs to integrate Modern movement architecture and a non-traditional church plan. ()

Coordinates: 39°14'1"N, 85°52'20"W

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3300 Fairlawn DrColumbus 47203 United States

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+1 812-376-3321

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Nearby attractions include: First Christian Church, Indiana University – Purdue University Columbus, North Christian Church, The Crump Theatre.

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Church, Sacred and religious sites
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Universities and schools
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Church, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
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City hall, Romanesque architecture
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