British Methodist Episcopal Church, Salem Chapel
1820 establishments in CanadaAbolitionism in North AmericaBlack Canadian organizationsBuildings and structures in St. CatharinesChurches on the Underground Railroad ... and 6 more
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The British Methodist Episcopal (BME) Church, Salem Chapel was founded in 1820 by African-American freedom seekers in St. Catharines, Ontario. It is located at 92 Geneva St., in the heart of Old St. Catharines. The church is a valued historical site due to its design, and its important associations with abolitionist activity.The church has a congregation of approximately 20 people, and a Sunday worship service takes place at 11:00 am. Guided tours of the church and museum, which displays original documents, artifacts, and a rare book collection, all associated with the anti-slavery movement, are available by appointment.
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Geneva Street, St. Catharines
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N 43.165067 ° | E -79.240167 ° |
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Geneva Street 94
L2R 2P3 St. Catharines
Ontario, Canada
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