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Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church

The oldest site continuously owned by African Americans, purchased in 1791.
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Founded by Richard Allen in 1792, this site is the oldest piece of property continuously owned by African Americans. A small museum is located on the lower level, where the tomb of Richard Allen and 19th-century artifacts also can be found. The archives contain original copies of The Christian Recorder, a newspaper that began publishing before the Civil War.

Amenities
  • Guided Tour Available