Dexter Avenue Baptist Church
historic site in
Montgomery
#4 in Montgomery
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#90 in United States of America
Dexter Avenue Baptist Church, located in Montgomery, Alabama, is a historic landmark with profound significance in the Civil Rights Movement. Established in 1877, this church became a central hub for civil rights activism under the leadership of its pastor, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., from 1954 to 1960. It was here that Dr. King organized the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a pivotal event that propelled the movement forward and highlighted the fight for racial equality. The church's red-brick architecture and iconic steeple stand as a testament to its enduring legacy in American history.
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