Edisto Island Baptist Church
Edisto Island Baptist Church, Baptist church building at Edisto Island, South Carolina.
The structure features a two-story design with beaded weatherboard exterior, gable roof, and a front portico supported by four square posts.
Built in 1818 through funds raised by Hepzibah Jenkins Townsend, the church expanded in 1865 when former slaves received the deed and renamed it New First Missionary Baptist.
The second-story gallery allowed both white plantation owners and enslaved people to attend services within the same building during the antebellum period.
Located at 1644 South Carolina Highway 174, the church maintains its original architectural elements and stands on a one-acre plot of land.
The church foundation combines two construction methods: the original section rests on tabby material, while the 1865 addition sits on brick piers.
Location: South Carolina
Inception: 1818
GPS coordinates: 32.57289,-80.28417
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
Hunting Island State Park
27.5 km
Charleston Tea Plantation
10.6 km
Edisto Beach State Park
6.9 km
William Seabrook House
3.2 km
Hutchinson House
2.6 km
Brick House Ruins
5 km
Coffin Point Plantation
23.8 km
John F. Limehouse Memorial Bridge
28.9 km
Oak Island
3.9 km
Cassina Point
3.7 km
Grove Plantation
14.5 km
Charleston Tea Garden
10.6 km
Prospect Hill
9.5 km
Seaside Plantation House
5.8 km
John's Island Presbyterian Church
22.8 km
Edisto Island Presbyterian Church
1.4 km
The Progressive Club
25.4 km
Summit Plantation House
13.4 km
Sunnyside
1.5 km
Hunting Island Light
26.4 km
Alexander Bache U.S. Coast Survey Line
7.9 km
Spanish Mount Point
8.9 km
Stono River Slave Rebellion Site
27.2 km
Coffin Point Plantation Caretaker's House
23.4 km
Trinity Episcopal Church
381 m
Eddings Point Community Praise House
28.3 km
Wilkinson-Boineau House
17.4 km
Bleak Hall Plantation Outbuildings
5.2 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes