African Church, Church building in St. Charles, United States.
The African Church stands as a two-story religious structure featuring traditional 19th-century architectural elements with brick walls and symmetrical design elements.
Established in 1855, the African Church served as a central gathering place for African Americans during the post-Civil War period and Reconstruction era.
The building holds regular religious services while maintaining its role as an educational center for African American history and community engagement.
Visitors can access the church through guided tours arranged with local historical organizations, which provide detailed information about its architectural features.
The structure remains one of the earliest documented African American religious institutions in St. Charles, contributing to the National Register of Historic Places.
Location: St. Charles
Inception: 1855
Part of: Midtown Neighborhood Historic District
Address: 554 Madison Street
GPS coordinates: 38.78250,-90.48806
Latest update: March 13, 2025 01:57
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