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16th Street Baptist Church
Baptist church in Birmingham, Alabama
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Introduction
Historical Significance
- ๐๏ธ Established: The church was constructed in 1911 and has been a central part of Birmingham's African American community.
- ๐ Civil Rights Role: It served as a meeting place for civil rights mass meetings and rallies in the early 1960s.
- ๐ฃ๏ธ Prominent Figures: Leaders like Martin Luther King Jr., Ralph Abernathy, and Fred Shuttlesworth organized events here.
- ๐ Location: Situated downtown, it is close to Birmingham's commercial district and City Hall.
- ๐๏ธ Symbol of Resistance: The church became a symbol of the civil rights struggle and a target for racial violence.
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The Bombing
- ๐ Date: The bombing occurred on September 15, 1963.
- ๐ฃ Attack: A bomb exploded under the steps of the church, killing four young girls.
- ๐ง Victims: Addie Mae Collins, Cynthia Wesley, Carole Robertson, and Carol Denise McNair.
- ๐ฐ๏ธ Time: The explosion happened just before 11 o'clock during Sunday service.
- โ๏ธ Perpetrators: Four Ku Klux Klan members were later convicted for the bombing.
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Civil Rights Movement
- ๐๏ธ Hub: The church was a central location for civil rights activities.
- ๐ Events: Hosted mass meetings, rallies, and the Children's Crusade.
- ๐ฃ๏ธ Leaders: Martin Luther King Jr. and other leaders used the church for organizing protests.
- ๐ Legislation: The bombing contributed to the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
- ๐ฐ๏ธ Legacy: The church remains a symbol of the struggle for civil rights.
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Visiting Information
- ๐ Address: Located in downtown Birmingham, Alabama.
- ๐ฐ๏ธ Hours: Sunday School at 9:30 am and Worship Service at 10:45 am on Sundays.
- ๐๏ธ Tours: Visitors can learn about the church's history and its role in the Civil Rights Movement.
- ๐บ๏ธ Nearby: Close to Birmingham's commercial district and City Hall.
- ๐ Contact: Visitors can join the mailing list for updates and announcements.
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Church Activities
- ๐ Sunday School: Held every Sunday from 9:30 am to 10:30 am.
- ๐ฐ๏ธ Worship Service: Takes place every Sunday from 10:45 am to 12:00 pm.
- ๐ Events: The church hosts various events and activities throughout the year.
- ๐ Ministries: Offers a range of ministries for different age groups and interests.
- ๐ฃ๏ธ Community: Encourages members to share their testimonies and participate in church activities.
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Support and Donations
- ๐ป Online Giving: Donations can be made easily through the church's website.
- ๐๏ธ Preservation: Funds go towards preserving the historic church building.
- ๐ Education: Contributions help create a new Education and Visitors Center.
- ๐๏ธ Programs: Donations support peacebuilding and social justice programming.
- ๐ Contact: For more information on how to support, visit the church's website.
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| Travel Information |
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| ๐ย ย ย Phone: (205) 251-9402 |
| ๐ย ย ย Website: http://16thstreetbaptist.org/ |
| ๐ย ย ย Hours: See hours |
| ๐ย ย ย Address: 1530 6th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203 |
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