About First Baptist Church
First Baptist Church is a Baptist Churches church located at 709 MARTIN LUTHER KING, Selma, AL, 36703. You can reach First Baptist Church at +13348747331.
First Baptist Church (Selma, Alabama)
First Baptist Church is a historic church at 709 Martin Luther King, Jr. Street in Selma, Alabama, United States. A historically African American Baptist church, it was built in the Gothic Revival style in 1894 and known for its association with the Civil Rights Movement. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.
Where is First Baptist Church located?
First Baptist Church is located at 709 MARTIN LUTHER KING, Selma, AL, 36703. The building sits at coordinates 32.41435, -87.01765, placing it in Selma, AL 36703.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
What to expect at a service at First 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 churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
First Baptist Church on the National Register of Historic Places
First Baptist Church is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 79000383, added to the Register on 1979-09-20.
Read the official NPS nomination for First Baptist Church →
Questions and answers about First Baptist Church
- What denomination is First Baptist Church?
- This church is part of the Baptist Churches tradition.
- Where is First Baptist Church located?
- First Baptist Church is located at 709 MARTIN LUTHER KING, Selma, AL, 36703.
- Is First Baptist Church on the National Register of Historic Places?
- Yes — NRHP reference 79000383, added 1979-09-20.
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