Tag Archives: Churches of Georgia

Little Vine Primitive Baptist Church-Haralson County, Georgia

Little Vine Primitive Baptist Church was founded in 1875. Because some window panes were broken out, I believe this church is no longer active. I did find a reference to a sacred harp workshop being hosted by the church in 2018, so it has only become inactive in recent years.

Sacred harp singing is an American music tradition that started in New England and became very popular in the South. It derives its name from a songbook titled The Sacred Harp that utilized shape notes and musical notations to assist singing in groups, like church congregations.

Summertown United Methodist Church-Methodist, Georgia

The Summertown United Methodist Church was built in 1891. This church is a modest example of Carpenter Gothic architecture. The white board and batten are hallmarks of this style.

The church was active until 1995 when the Methodist Conference dissolved the congregation.

Dellwood United Methodist Church-Dellwood, Georgia

Constructed in the early 1890s, Dellwood United Methodist Church served the community of Dellwood for several decades. It was most recently the Son Light Inn. Currently, the church is no longer in use.

Noah’s Ark AME Church-Emanuel County, Georgia

Built in 1915, the Noah’s Ark AME Church is considered one of the freedmen’s churches since the congregation was formed soon after the end of the Civil War.

Founded in 1787 by Richard Allen, Allen served as the first minister for Bethel AME Church in Philadelphia. The fastest growth in the AME churches occurred post-Civil War in the South. During Reconstruction, church membership grew to 400,000 parishioners.

North Mount Pleasant Church-Tennga, Georgia

I am unable to locate any history on this church. Tax records indicate the church was built in 1900, which is often used as a placeholder date. I hope to find out more info on this little mountain church.

Eton United Methodist Church-Eton, Georgia

Located in Murray County, Georgia, is the town of Eton. Built in 1930, the Eton United Methodist Church is a Colonial Revival structure. This building is no longer used for church services. The current church meets in a larger, more modern building across the street.