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Baptist church · RI · est. 1897 · National Register of Historic Places · Verified -6.9593083579514 days ago

Calvary Baptist Church

747 BROAD STREET, Providence, RI 02907
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4.6 · 21 Google reviews

About Calvary Baptist Church


Calvary Baptist Church is a Baptist Churches Baptist church in Providence, Rhode Island located at 747 Broad St, Providence, RI 02907. Calvary Baptist Church was founded in 1897. As of April 2026, Calvary Baptist Church holds a 4.6-star rating across 21 Google reviews. The Calvary Baptist Church parish office answers at (401) 461-7507.

he Calvary Baptist Church is an historic church in Providence, Rhode Island. In 1854, the First Baptist Church of South Providence and Fifth Baptist Church merged to form Friendship Baptist Church. The congregation constructed the current building in two phases.

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Calvary Baptist Church (Providence, Rhode Island)

The Calvary Baptist Church is an historic church in Providence, Rhode Island.

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Calvary Baptist Church through the years


  1. 1897 Founded
  2. January 7, 1980 Added to the National Register

When does Calvary Baptist Church hold services?


Calvary Baptist Church publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 9:15 AM–1:15 PM, Thursday 9:15 AM–1:15 PM, Friday 9:15 AM–1:15 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday 10–11 AM, Monday 9:15 AM–1:15 PM, Tuesday 9:15 AM–1:15 PM. All times are local to Providence, RI.

Wednesday
9:15 AM–1:15 PM
Thursday
9:15 AM–1:15 PM
Friday
9:15 AM–1:15 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
10–11 AM
Monday
9:15 AM–1:15 PM
Tuesday
9:15 AM–1:15 PM

Where is Calvary Baptist Church located?


Calvary Baptist Church is located at 747 Broad St, Providence, RI 02907. The building sits at coordinates 41.80385, -71.41946, placing it in Providence, RI 02907.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

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The neighborhood around Calvary Baptist Church


The ZIP code 02907 area around Calvary Baptist Church is home to 32,697 residents with a median household income of $46,010 and a median age of 32.4 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

32,697 Residents in ZIP 02907
32.4 Median age
$46,010 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at Calvary Baptist Church


Baptist churches emphasize Scripture, a clear gospel message, and music — and welcome visitors to observe freely.

  • Services usually run 60–90 minutes: worship songs, a Bible-centered sermon, and an invitation to respond.
  • Communion (called the Lord's Supper) is observed periodically, open to anyone who has professed faith in Christ.
  • Dress is casual; families are welcomed and children are often part of the service.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Wednesday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

Calvary Baptist Church on the National Register of Historic Places


Calvary Baptist Church is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 80000089, added to the Register on January 7, 1980.

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Your Sunday at Calvary Baptist Church


Service window 10–11 AM
Nearest transit Public Street · 131 ft

Calvary Baptist Church by the numbers


129 Years of continuous worship since 1897
21 Google reviews to date
Gothic Revival architecture Architectural tradition
Sidney Badgley Architect (Wikidata)

Questions and answers about Calvary Baptist Church


What denomination is Calvary Baptist Church?
This parish is part of the Baptist Churches tradition.
What are the service times at Calvary Baptist Church?
Published hours: Wednesday 9:15 AM–1:15 PM, Thursday 9:15 AM–1:15 PM, Friday 9:15 AM–1:15 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday 10–11 AM, Monday 9:15 AM–1:15 PM, Tuesday 9:15 AM–1:15 PM
What is the phone number for Calvary Baptist Church?
You can reach the parish at (401) 461-7507.
Where is Calvary Baptist Church located?
The parish is located at 747 Broad St, Providence, RI 02907.
When was Calvary Baptist Church founded?
Founded in 1897.
Is Calvary Baptist Church on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes — NRHP reference 80000089, added January 7, 1980.
How do visitors rate Calvary Baptist Church?
4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 21 Google reviews.
What is the architecture of Calvary Baptist Church?
Calvary Baptist Church is a Gothic Revival architecture building, designed by Sidney Badgley.
Is Calvary Baptist Church the official parish listing?
This listing is compiled from public Google Business data and has not yet been claimed by the parish. If you represent Calvary Baptist Church, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.

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Est. 1897 One of 91 Baptist Churches parishes in RI  ·  See the register →
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