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First Baptist Church in America

75 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02903
401 454 3418
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Ranked #30 of 60 attractions in Providence
4.0 of 5 stars 2 Reviews
Description: The oldest Baptist church in America, founded by Roger Williams in 1638.
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“Such history!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

A fascinating place to worship or just visit. Roger Williams would be proud! More

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“Interesting and Informative”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 9, 2011
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For $2 you can take a self-guided tour of this church, built in 1775. Learn how the church shaped the community and how Roger Williams's policy on freedom of religion allowed for the creation of new religious ideas. Inside you will see portraits and artifacts of past ministers and other prominent church members. The chapel is simple, yet elegantly beautiful.... More

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