EAM PRESERVATION

Originally called First Baptist Colored, then First African Baptist, then rechristened First Missionary Baptist in the mid-1960s, this building was completed in the spring of 1901 after nearly 12 years of construction.  It was the congregation’s second house of worship and represented a dramatic upgrade in terms of capacity and stature. Embellished with elements of classic gothic revival architecture, this imposing brick and wood structure has served generations as a spiritual and social center for Thomasville’s African American community.

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Drawing on a variety of historic archives and primary documents as well as extensive on-site analysis of systems and materials, the completed Historic Structure Report, provides a comprehensive evaluation of the building, the history of its congregation  and recommendations for preservation treatments.