Brown Memorial Presbyterian Church

by Jeremy Butler

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Brown Memorial Presbyterian Church

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Jeremy Butler

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Photograph - Digital Photography

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Brown Memorial Presbyterian, a red-brick church with white columns, stands prominently against a deep blue night sky, its architecture punctuated by a small steeple. Light trails from passing vehicles create dynamic lines across the foreground, adding a sense of movement to the serene setting.

A historical marker in front reads, "Oldest existing Black Presbyterian Church in Alabama. Organized by Dr. Charles A. Stillman as Salem Church in December, 1880.

First church building erected 9th Street and 30th Avenue in 1882. First pastors were Reverend B. M. Wilkinson (1889-90) and Reverend I. C. H. Champney (1894-98). In 1915 relocated at 11th Street and 25th Avenue.

In 1931 moved to present site. Name changed to Brown Memorial (1932) honoring Dr. R. A. Brown, Superintendent of Home Mission Work, PCUS. Present sanctuary built 1959 under leadership of Reverend Charles H. Williams. Earlier structure converted to Educational Building 1961."

Copyright 2024 Jeremy Butler

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August 2nd, 2025

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