Calvary Baptist Church, History museum in downtown Wichita, United States.
The two-story brick building with Neoclassical architecture features columns, arched windows, and ornate details throughout its symmetrical exterior design.
Built in 1917 by African American congregation members working nights and weekends, the church served as a central gathering place until 1975.
The building transitioned from Wichita's oldest Black Baptist Church to the Kansas African American Museum, preserving local cultural heritage through exhibits and programs.
The museum opens Tuesday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM and Saturday from noon to 4 PM, offering guided tours of permanent collections.
The construction project involved African American professionals, including the architect, making it a testament to early 20th-century Black craftsmanship.
Location: Wichita
Inception: 1920s
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Floors above the ground: 2
Made from material: brick
Address: 601 North Water Street 67203 67203
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 09:00-17:00; Saturday 12:00-16:00
GPS coordinates: 37.69500,-97.33960
Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:26
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