Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church
Gary Tarleton, HFC, NPS

I think it’s a worth while pursuit to understand the historical context of this church, especially given how well-known Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is today – but even without it, the building is sure to feel distinct from the surrounding areas. I always feel like traditional churches stand out in most places, since the architecture is so strikingly different from the modern style of housing; it’s weird to see that gothic framework next to street signs and traffic lights. The stained glass windows are particularly recognizable as you pretty much only see those in churches anymore, and they seem to communicate an elegance that separates the structure from more modern architecture.