Bethany Baptist Church

Located at Chiefswood Road 916 in Hagersville, Ontario, Canada, Bethany Baptist Church is a place of worship that traces its origins to 1870.

History

• A group of African Americans established the church on Broad Street in Newark, New Jersey, United States, in the building of the Peddie Memorial Baptist Church.
• Under the leadership of Reverend Ebenezer Bird, who had come from Virginia to lead the congregation of about 26 members, the group was officially sanctioned as a church by the Council of Baptist Churches in June 1871.

Architecture

The Romanesque style church building was constructed in 1866. Believed to date from this period, the church's architectural style is characteristic of the era. The exact details of its design and construction are not available.

Denomination and Religious Significance

Bethany Baptist Church belongs to the Baptist denomination. As a historic church, it holds significant religious importance for the community.

Notable Features

• The old building appears to have been replaced by a housing complex, which has been replaced by a new building at 275 W. Market Street. The new building was dedicated on May 2, 1976.

Organ and Bells Information

No information is available regarding the church's organ or bells.

Heritage Status

The church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.

Visiting Info

Opening hours and accessibility are not specified.