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Brown Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church

Selma, Alabama • Dallas County

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About This Property

Source: AI GeneratedNational Historic Landmark

Brown Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Selma, Alabama, is a historic church building with a prominent steeple and a central role in the Civil Rights Movement. Its sturdy brick construction and classic church architecture are recognizable features.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Building
Acreage
7.5
Listed Date
2/4/1982
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Black; Politics/Government; Architecture; Social History
Periods of Significance
1950 Ad - 1974 Ad; 1900 Ad - 1924 Ad
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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