First African Baptist Church, Richmond

Name: First African Baptist Church
Address: Richmond, United States

#64 among attractions in Richmond

Greek Revival architecture, Church

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The First African Baptist Church of Richmond, Virginia is a prominent Black church. Founded in 1841, its members initially included both slaves and freedmen. It has since had a major influence on the local black community. At one point, it was one of the largest Protestant churches in the United States. ()

Coordinates: 37°32'18"N, 77°25'46"W

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Downtown Richmond (Biotech and MCV District)Richmond United States

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First African Baptist Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Virginia State Capitol, Richmond Coliseum, Virginia Washington Monument, White House of the Confederacy.

~1220 ftW
Colonial-style government landmark
Virginia State Capitol, Richmond
6 min walk • The Virginia State Capitol, a historical beacon in the heart of Richmond, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of American democracy. Designed by Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, in collaboration with French architect Charles-Louis...
0.5 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Outdoor activities
Richmond Coliseum, Richmond
13 min walk • Richmond Coliseum was an arena located in Richmond, Virginia, with a capacity of 13,500 that was most often used for various large concerts. The arena opened in 1971 and the region is looking to replace the aging facility with a larger one.
~1390 ftW
Greek Revival architecture, Monuments and statues
Virginia Washington Monument, Richmond
7 min walk • The Virginia Washington Monument, also known as the Washington Monument, is a 19th-century neoclassical statue of George Washington located on the public square in Richmond, Virginia.
~840 ftN
Museum, History museum, Greek Revival architecture
White House of the Confederacy, Richmond
5 min walk • The White House of the Confederacy is a historic house located in the Court End neighborhood of Richmond, Virginia. Built in 1818, it was the main executive residence of the sole President of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis, from August 1861 until April 1865.
0.4 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
The National, Richmond
11 min walk • The National Theater is a historic theater in Richmond, Virginia. Part of a city block along the 700 block of Broad Street once known as Theatre Row, it is the only surviving auditorium of the row.
~1510 ftW
Memorial
Virginia Women's Monument, Richmond
8 min walk • The Virginia Women's Monument is a state memorial in Richmond, Virginia commemorating the contributions of Virginia women to the history of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States of America.
~1090 ftNW
City hall, Gothic Revival architecture
Old City Hall, Richmond
6 min walk • Old City Hall, known formerly as City Hall, is the former city hall of Richmond, Virginia that was designed by Elijah E. Myers. It served as City Hall from its completion in 1894 through the 1970s.
~770 ftN
Museum offering many views on the war
American Civil War Museum, Richmond
4 min walk • The American Civil War Museum is a multi-site museum in the Greater Richmond Region of central Virginia, dedicated to the history of the American Civil War. The museum operates three sites: The White House of the Confederacy, American Civil War Museum at Historic Tredegar in Richmond, and American Civil War Museum at Appomattox.
~1230 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
The Valentine, Richmond
6 min walk • The Valentine is a museum in Richmond, Virginia dedicated to collecting, preserving and interpreting Richmond's history. Founded by Mann S. Valentine II 1898, it was the first museum in Richmond.
1 miNW
Museum, Art gallery, Performing arts
Gallery5, Richmond
25 min walk • Gallery5 is an arts center, museum, gallery, venue, and community space in Richmond, VA. It is located at 200 West Marshall Street in Richmond, VA, in the historic Jackson Ward neighborhood.
~220 ftNW
Greek Revival architecture, Church, Historical place
Monumental Church, Richmond
2 min walk • Monumental Church is a former Episcopal church that stands at 1224 E. Broad Street between N. 12th and College streets in Richmond, Virginia. Designed by architect Robert Mills, it is one of America's earliest and most distinctive Greek Revival churches.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to First African Baptist Church?

Nearby attractions include William Beers House, Richmond (1 min walk), Monumental Church, Richmond (2 min walk), Morson's Row, Richmond (4 min walk), First Baptist Church, Richmond (4 min walk).

How to get to First African Baptist Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to First African Baptist Church:

Train

Richmond Main Street (8 min walk)

Bus

A • Lines: 1A, 1C (8 min walk)
B • Lines: 1A, 1C (8 min walk)