First Baptist Church in America, Religious building in College Hill, Providence, United States.
The church structure features a tall steeple, traditional New England architectural elements, and spacious interiors designed for congregational gatherings.
Roger Williams established this congregation in 1638, making it the first Baptist church in America, with the current building constructed between 1774 and 1775.
The Meeting House maintains strong connections with Brown University, hosting the institution's commencement ceremonies continuously since 1776.
The building offers two entry points, including a wheelchair-accessible entrance at the rear, and conducts Sunday services at 11:00 AM.
Joseph Brown designed the structure incorporating architectural influences from James Gibbs, marking a departure from simple Baptist meetinghouse traditions.
Location: Providence
Architectural style: Georgian architecture
Address: 75 N Main St, Providence, RI 02903, USA 02903 Providence
Opening Hours: Tuesday 12:00-14:30; Thursday 12:00-14:30; Sunday 09:30-11:30
Website: http://fbcia.org
GPS coordinates: 41.82722,-71.40806
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:48
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