First Baptist Congregational Church, Gothic Revival church building in Chicago, United States
The First Baptist Congregational Church features pointed arches, stone tracery patterns, and vertical elements that extend through its entire structural design.
Architect Gurdon P. Randall completed this religious structure in 1871, during a period of substantial architectural development in the growing city of Chicago.
The church maintains an active schedule of religious services and community programs, connecting multiple generations of Chicago residents through shared experiences.
This religious building contains 1,800 seats across its interior space, making it suitable for large gatherings and community celebrations throughout the year.
The stone construction incorporates medieval European design elements adapted to 19th-century American architectural practices in an urban setting.
Location: Chicago
Inception: 1871
Architects: Gurdon P. Randall
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Capacity: 1800
Website: http://fbcc-chicago.net
GPS coordinates: 41.88300,-87.66730
Latest update: April 2, 2025 16:20
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