Abyssinian Baptist Church, New York, NY

 

Built in 1808, the Abyssinian Baptist Church, New York’s oldest African American church, has one of the largest black congregations in the U.S. The church traces its roots to 1808, when black parishioners left the First Baptist Church of New York in protest over racially segregated seating. The Abyssinian Baptist Church helped launch the political career of its pastor, Adam Clayton Powell Jr., the first black congressman from the state of New York.

The Sunday morning services — at 9 and 11am — offer a wonderful opportunity to experience the Harlem gospel tradition.

Address: 132 Odell Clark Place, New York, NY 10030Phone: (212) 862-7474
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Official Website: Abyssinian Baptist Church