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First Baptist Church
3100 Bell Ave
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First Baptist Church traces its origin to the First African Baptist Church organized in 1818. the church bought its present site in 1917 then later purchased the adjacent 4 family flat and converted it into an educational building. The church burned to the ground in 1940 and was reconstructed on the same site within 13 months.
SOURCE: The historical information presented on this page is adapted with permission from Discovering African American St. Louis: A Guide to Historic Sites by Dr. John A. Wright, Sr. We are honored to share his invaluable research and historical insights, made available through the generous consent of Dr. Wright and the Missouri Historical Society Press. Their dedication to preserving and celebrating the rich legacy of Black St. Louis is a gift to our community—a testament to those who came before us and a guide for those who walk the path forward.
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3100 Bell Ave