St. John's African Methodist Episcopal Church
St. John's African Methodist Episcopal Church, African Methodist Episcopal Church in Downtown Norfolk, United States.
Description
St. John's African Methodist Episcopal Church is a red brick church building located on East Bute Street in downtown Norfolk. The structure displays Richardsonian Romanesque features with two flanking towers and a steeply pitched slate roof.
History
The congregation was founded in 1840 and was the first African American Episcopal church in Virginia. The community relocated to its current location in 1848.
Culture
This church has long served its congregation as a place for worship and community gatherings, playing an important role in the city's religious life. The building with its two towers and steep roof is a familiar sight to many who pass through downtown.
Practical
The church is open to visitors on select days and Sundays, with parking garages available nearby. Its downtown location makes it easy to reach by foot or public transportation from other sites.
Did you know?
The entrance portico features light grey freestone with two large semicircular arches that recall the design of a Romanesque abbey ambulatory. These architectural elements give the entrance a classical and sophisticated appearance.
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