The Sandwich First Baptist Church
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Erected in 1851 on land donated by the Crown, the Sandwich First Baptist Church represents the once numerous Black border-town churches which were built to serve the rapidly increasing numbers of Underground Railroad settlers. This church received, sheltered, and assisted many of these new arrivals. All members were required to aid in its construction by giving donations or making bricks. A focal point for many local anti-slavery activities, the Sandwich First Baptist Church stands as an important symbol of that struggle.
Transcribed from the marker, not summarised.
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The County of Essex
The City of Windsor
At 3652 Peter Street between
Prince Road and Watkins Street
N 42 17.510 W 83 04.802
Recorded September 2011. Check current access before visiting.
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