First African New Church, Washington D.C.

Name: First African New Church
Address: Washington D.C., United States

#535 among attractions in Washington D.C.

Church, Gothic Revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

First African New Church is a historic church, located at 2105-07 10th St. Northwest, Washington, D.C. in the Cardozo-Shaw neighborhood. ()

Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 38°55'6"N, 77°1'33"W

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Northwest Washington (U-Street)Washington D.C. United States

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Day trips

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

Nearby attractions include: Black Cat, U Street Music Hall, Bohemian Caverns, 9:30 Club.

0.4 miSW
Dancing, Nightlife
Black Cat, Washington D.C.
11 min walk • In the heart of the nation's capital, Black Cat stands as a cultural hub for music lovers and night owls in Washington D.C. Opened in 1993, this iconic nightclub has been a steadfast venue for live music, hosting a diverse array of performances that span across genres...
~670 ftSW
Dancing, Nightlife
U Street Music Hall, Washington D.C.
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the nation's capital, U Street Music Hall stands as a beacon for live music and nightlife enthusiasts in Washington D.C. Established in 2010, this subterranean music venue has quickly become a hallowed ground for both emerging and established...
~510 ftSW
Dancing, Nightlife
Bohemian Caverns, Washington D.C.
3 min walk • Bohemian Caverns, once a pulsing heart of jazz in the nation's capital, is a historic jazz club that was located in Washington D.C., United States. Nestled in the U Street corridor, the club was an emblem of the rich cultural tapestry and the vibrant African American...
~640 ftE
Dancing, Nightlife
9:30 Club, Washington D.C.
4 min walk • The 9:30 Club is a nightclub and concert venue in Washington, D.C. In 2018, the 9:30 Club was named one of the 10 best live music venues in America by Rolling Stone, and in 2019 the club was named "Venue of the Decade" by VenuesNow.
~670 ftS
Memorial, History museum, Museum
African American Civil War Memorial, Washington D.C.
4 min walk • The African American Civil War Memorial Museum, in the U Street district of Washington, D.C. recognizes the contributions of the 209,145 members of the United States Colored Troops.
~1950 ftSE
Church
Florida Avenue Baptist Church, Washington D.C.
10 min walk • Florida Avenue Baptist Church is located at 623 Florida Avenue N.W. Washington, DC 20001 in the neighborhood of LeDroit Park near Howard University, and adjacent to the historic Howard Theatre. The Reverend Dr. Earl D. Trent, Jr. currently serves as the church's Senior Pastor.
~990 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Lincoln Theatre, Washington D.C.
5 min walk • Lincoln Theatre is a theater in Washington, D.C. located at 1215 U Street, next to Ben's Chili Bowl. The theater, located on "Washington's Black Broadway", served the city's African American community when segregation kept them out of other venues.
~1740 ftSE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Howard Theatre, Washington D.C.
9 min walk • The Howard Theatre is a historic theater, located at 620 T Street, Northwest, Washington, D.C. Opened in 1910, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
~1300 ftNE
Universities and schools
Howard University, Washington D.C.
7 min walk • Howard University is an American private federally chartered historically black research university in Washington, D.C. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity" and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
0.5 miS
Park
Shaw, Washington D.C.
12 min walk • The Shaw Neighborhood Library or Watha T. Daniel Library is a building of award-winning design and one of the recently renovated libraries in the District of Columbia Public Library's system.
~1870 ftNW
Colonial revival architecture
Clifton Terrace, Washington D.C.
10 min walk • Clifton Terrace are historic structures located in the Columbia Heights neighborhood in the Northwest Quadrant of Washington, D.C. Frank Russell White and Albert Moreland Schneider designed the three building apartment complex in the Colonial Revival style. They were inspired by the garden city movement.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to First African New Church?

Nearby attractions include Evans-Tibbs House, Washington D.C. (3 min walk), African American Civil War Memorial, Washington D.C. (4 min walk), Cardozo Education Campus, Washington D.C. (5 min walk), True Reformer Building, Washington D.C. (5 min walk).

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

The nearest stations to First African New Church:

Metro

U Street • Lines: Gr, Yl (3 min walk)
Shaw–Howard University • Lines: Gr, Yl (11 min walk)

Bus

MTA Bus Stop • Lines: 305, 315 (38 min walk)