In 1866, the Freedman's Aid
Society purchased a lot from Rachel Tabor. The Society was aimed
at the "aiding of Colored People, who called themselves Christians."
A building located elsewhere in the state was torn down and the lumber
brought to Thibodaux by barge. Under the auspices of the Missionary
Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church, North, a church was established.
The original church was built
in 1867 under the leadership of Rev. William Murrell. In 1885, the
church was rebuilt under while Rev. G.W. Lacey was pastor. Although
the roof was repaired in 1930, extensive renovation wasn't done until 1976
under Rev. Taft Bowie.
The Calvary United Methodist
Church was used as a school for Black children until the 1920's, when the
state established schools.
During the 1995 conference year,
the church (which has stood since 1885) received a historical marker from
the Commission on Archives and History.
Source: The History of Calvary United Methodist Church:
1867-1993 |
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