Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church
Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Historic Methodist church in Charleston, United States.
The Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church stands as a Gothic Revival structure with tall spires and detailed architectural elements in downtown Charleston.
Founded in 1817, the church became a key location for resistance against slavery and later served as a center for civil rights activism.
The congregation maintains records of African American religious traditions through weekly services, community gatherings, and educational programs about Methodist practices.
Regular worship services take place on Sundays, with Bible study sessions held on Wednesday evenings in the church's main sanctuary.
In 2018, the church received recognition on the National Register of Historic Places for its role in African American religious development.
Location: Charleston
Inception: 1816
Architects: John Henry Devereux
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Part of: Charleston Historic District
Website: http://emanuelamechurch.org
GPS coordinates: 32.78740,-79.93310
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:27
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