I have visited the Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church on several occasions over the years. I highly recommend everyone take the opportunity to visit this site should you be in the Atlanta area. There is no cost of entry or to park; I have always been able to find a parking spot close by. On one occasion we were able to sit in on a live presentation by one of the Park Rangers who attended Ebenezer Baptist at the same time as Dr King. This was, by far, our most memorable visit. On our most recent visit, however, the ranger informed us that such presentations no longer take place. It is incredibly inspirational to be in the very church where Dr Martin Luther King, Jr grew up and preached. Dr King’s message of unity and peace is clearly demonstrated in the church and park on the same grounds. The only criticism I have is I have encountered several other visitors who have been much less than friendly. It seems Dr King’s message of love and acceptance are not necessarily ascribed to by everyone who visits. All said, this site is...
Read moreEbenezer Baptist Church is located in downtown Atlanta, it’s located a couple of doors from Martin Luther King Jnr birth home, in what was a predominantly black neighbourhood. Ebenezer Baptist Church is an iconic, inspiring, and somewhat emotional place which is steeped in history. The church was home Martin Luther King Snr and Jnr both preaching in the church, those who attended church must have inspired, the church has been central point for the community, helping local people, it was outlet for civil rights campaigns, the church history also point where some crazed person tried to kill Martin Luther King Jnr , there is actually a bullet hole in pew. The church is not practising anymore, it is now a shrine to Martin King Jnr and his dad and the civil right struggles, it is free to enter, you are welcome to look around, you are allowed to sit in the pews, you are welcome to listen to Martin Luther King Jnr doing a sermon in the said church as a recording, it’s definitely an emotional...
Read more"😷 On Monday January 16, my daughter and I 😷🎭 mask up and went down to enjoy Martin Luther king 👑 birthday 🎂🎉 celebration." We had a marvelous 👍😊 time just walking around around down there. Great 😃👍 music, MLK walk, lots of people." My daughter and I had a chance to visit the old Ebenezer Baptist Church where his peach's and also miniature." Am so blessed at 70 years old to still be able to go and learn so much about his legeceny, his birth place, and things that took place in his day and time, it was breath taking just too be there." So amazing 😍!" Learn a lot!""So when ever you get time off from your busy schedule. ✔️✅ check this historic district site out with your family, 🙏😎 friends, your better half, are by yourself."What A beautiful site to visit!"We had a great time! God bless you All and have a wonderful and bless day...
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