First African Methodist Episcopal Church, Los Angeles, is the oldest church founded by African Americans in the City of Los Angeles, dating to 1872. Biddy Mason established the church to minister to the mind, body, and soul of the community. This church served as the cornerstone of the community for spiritual growth, social uplift, and economic development. An African American man speaks at the dedication ceremony for the plaque commemorating the site of the First African American Episcopal Church at 8th St. and Towne Ave. as another man records him. On the right other African Americans, possibly other speakers at the event, are grouped: three men and one woman, including Miriam Matthews (right). There is a black car parked in the street behind them. Various types of cars, and businesses are visible in the background.
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Historical markers African American churches Dedications First African Methodist Episcopal Church (Los Angeles, Calif.) Matthews, Miriam
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