The First Baptist Chruch, W79th St New York

On Sunday as I headed down Broadway after going to Jo's church, I discovered the First Baptist church. As I was taking photos, a nice fellow unlocking a door invited me in to have a look. So here you are...the stained glass windows....

the inscriptions outside....

and part of the roof ....

Another look at one of the many highlights of the churches around New York...one on every corner almost!
First established in 1745 , First Baptist had many locations before landing this one in the late 1800's. The first of its 18 pastors, John Gano, baptized George Washington, and also declared the end of the Revolutionary War.The building's unique structure was carefully planned out; most of the details are symbolic. ...these are the details given on the sheet of paper available to me.





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John-Michael said…
I am struck with an appreciation of the skill and artistry of that lost group ... The Artisans. What magnificent work they did.

Thank you for presenting it Annie.
July 17, 2008 at 10:58 PM
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