South Side in Houston in Harris County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church
Several noteworthy Texans have been members of this church. The Rev. Albert Anderson Lucas is one of several prominent pastors in the church's history. He simultaneously pastored here and served as president of the local chapter of the NAACP. Dr. Lonnie Smith, another member, was the plaintiff in the significant U.S. Supreme Court case of Smith v. Allright, which led to minority voting rights in primary elections. Barbara Jordan, the first African American U.S. Congresswoman from the South, was also a member of the church.
Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church has continued in its service to the community through a variety of outreach programs. Over the years, the church has become an essential part of Houston's progress. The contributions of its leaders and members have had a positive impact on African Americans in the city of Houston and on men and women throughout the nation.
Erected 2006 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 13545.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Churches & Religion • Civil Rights • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1872.
Location. 29° 42.864′ N, 95° 22.315′ W. Marker is in Houston, Texas, in Harris County. It is in the South Side. Marker is at the intersection of North MacGregor Way and Ennis Street, on the right when traveling west on North MacGregor Way. The marker is located on the east side of the church grounds along the street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3015 North MacGregor Way, Houston TX 77004, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ (approx. 0.6 miles away); Third Church of Christ, Scientist (approx. 0.6 miles away); Married Ladies Social, Art & Charity Club of America (approx. 0.8 miles away); John Thomas Biggers (approx. 0.9 miles away); The Murals of Hannah Hall (approx. 0.9 miles away); Barbara Charline Jordan (approx. one mile away); George Thomas "Mickey" Leland III (approx. one mile away); Southend Water Pumping Station (approx. 1.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Houston.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 12, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 82 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 12, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.