St. Joseph's African Methodist Episcopal Church
St. Joseph's African Methodist Episcopal Church, Historic African Methodist Episcopal church in Hayti District, Durham, United States
The brick church building features Late Victorian architecture with two front towers and large stained glass windows along its stone foundation.
Founded in 1869 by former slave Edian Markham, the congregation constructed the present church building in 1891 through community fundraising efforts.
The church serves as the Hayti Heritage Centre, preserving African American history and hosting educational programs for Durham residents.
Located at 2521 Fayetteville Street, the church conducts Sunday services at 11:00 AM and offers Bible study sessions on Wednesdays.
The church grounds contain the burial site of founder Edian Markham, establishing a direct connection to its 19th-century origins.
Location: Durham
GPS coordinates: 35.98639,-78.89806
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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