Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church-A Community Church of Service -Baton Rouge, LA
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Markerman62
N 30° 31.564 W 091° 10.936
15R E 674398 N 3378485
Located at 8742 Scenic Highway, Baton Rouge
Waymark Code: WM13FCM
Location: Louisiana, United States
Date Posted: 11/29/2020
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In 1917, Taylor M.E. Church was founded as the first Methodist church in Scotlandville (nee: Scotland) by twelve visionary African-American Methodists. In 1922, the name changed to Camphor Memorial M.E. Church. In 1968, its current name was established. The church serves the community with services, outreach ministry, and partners with churches and other organizations. Members of the church have been trailblazers and firsts in Government, Education, Medicine, Business and Politics.
Sponsored by Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church
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Marker Name: Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church-A Community Church of Service
Marker Type: Roadside
What does marker relate to?: Building
Year Erected or Date Dedicated: 01/01/2019
Parish: East Baton Rouge
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