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Greenwood Baptist Church-Lincoln County, Georgia

Organized in 1772, the Greenwood Baptist Church is one of the oldest in the state of Georgia. Originally known as Upton Creek Baptist Church, they changed their name when it was decided to move the congregation into a wooded area. The church was completed by 1812.

Smith Chapel and School-Lincoln County, Georgia

Located approximately two miles down a dirt road is the Smith Chapel and School. The scene above sits on the front of the church as a greeting for anyone who enters. Founded in 1911, there isn’t much know about the congregation.

The photo isn’t the best, but if you look closely, the pews look to be old bus seats.