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First Union Baptist Church

Organized in 1891, First Union is the site of 1960's Civil Rights organizational meetings & a visit from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. & Reverend Jesse Jackson. Memorial services for James Chaney, slain civil rights activist and his mother were held here.

Location Address:
610 38th Ave.
Meridian, MS
Mailing Address:
610 38th Ave.
Meridian, MS
39302

Phone

601.483.8932

Contact

Dorothy B. Elliot

Hours

By appointment only

Handicap Accessible

Yes

Complimentary Driver

Yes

Complimentary Escort

Yes

Motor Coach Parking

Yes