First African Methodist Episcopal Church of Los Angeles, Methodist church in West Adams district, Los Angeles, United States.
The First African Methodist Episcopal Church features elevated foundations, stucco exterior walls, and decorative murals between the bays of the west facade.
Founded in 1872 by former slave Biddy Mason, this congregation started in her Spring Street living room and grew into Los Angeles's first African American church.
Architect Paul R. Williams, the first African American member of the American Institute of Architects, designed the current church building completed in 1968.
Located at 2270 South Harvard Boulevard, the church supports the community through programs addressing homelessness, legal aid, and youth development.
John Factor, half-brother of Max Factor, provided $200,000 for the church construction when the congregation had only eight dollars in their building fund.
Inception: 1872
Founders: Biddy Mason
Website: http://famechurch.org
GPS coordinates: 34.03425,-118.30616
Latest update: April 1, 2025 19:19
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