First Baptist Church
Organized in 1833, issuing from an integrated worship, this church was established by John Ward and Ziah Black. Ward donated first lot. Members worshipped in private homes before occupying the first structure. Construction for present church began, 1904. Distinguished religious, educational, and civic leaders have held membership here.
Marker is at the intersection of High Street and Clinton Street, on the left when traveling north on High Street.
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