Historical Marker

Free African Society

at Mother Bethel Church, S 6th & Lombard Sts., Philadelphia · Philadelphia · Philadelphia

Inscription

Established in 1787 under the leadership of Richard Allen and Absolom Jones, this organization fostered identity, leadership, and unity among Blacks and became the forerunner of the first African-American churches in this city.

Location

Addressat Mother Bethel Church, S 6th & Lombard Sts., Philadelphia

CityPhiladelphia

CountyPhiladelphia

StatePennsylvania

Coordinates39.943170, -75.152050

Sources

Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission

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