Grant_A.M.E._Church

Grant A.M.E. Church

Grant A.M.E. Church

Historic church in New Jersey, United States

The Grant A.M.E. Church was a historic church at 4th and Washington Street in Chesilhurst of Camden County, New Jersey, United States.

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It was built in 1896 and added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 5, 1977, for its significance in religion and social history.[3]

History and description

The Grant AME Church is probably the oldest building in Chesilhurst, a predominantly black community. As the town grew, the Grant Church served as the focal point for religious life for local blacks. Named for Bishop Abraham Grant, the Grant AME Church, was conceived by Margaret Wilson, evangelist and member of the Might Women’s Missionary Society in 1896. She was aided by 10 or 12 other citizens of Chesilhurst. Lots were purchased at 4th and Washington, ground was broken, and the cornerstone laid in 1897. Previously, services were held in private homes.[3]

The church became a focal point in the community and surrounding areas. In 1936, additions were made to the original structure to meet the requirements of a growing congregation. In 1974, a new church was erected on a site next to the original church. The original church was demolished c. 1980.[2]

See also

References

  1. [1]
    "National Register Information System – (#77000857)". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. November 2, 2013.
  2. [2]
    "New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places – Camden County" (PDF). New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection – Historic Preservation Office. September 11, 2023. p. 7. Demolished c.1980
  3. [3]
    New Jersey Historic Sites Staff (1976). "National Register of Historic Places Inventory/Nomination: Grant A.M.E. Church". National Park Service. With accompanying photo
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