Oldtown in Baltimore, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Sweet Prospect Baptist Church
Baltimore, MD
— February 28, 1961 - February 28, 2021 —
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), March 22, 2024
Founded on February 28, 1961 by the late Rev. Calvin English, Sr., this plaque commemorates the 60-year legacy of Sweet Prospect Baptist Church in being a pillar in Baltimore City by fostering spiritual development, family & community engagement, and social activism. We honor the dedication of all members and friends—past and present—as we continue our service to God and the community.
Pastor Tunisha Yameny
Deacon Robert Sawyer, Chairman
Anniversary • 60 years
Erected 2021 by Sweet Prospect Baptist Church.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Churches & Religion. A significant historical date for this entry is February 28, 1961.
Location. 39° 18.082′ N, 76° 36.287′ W. Marker is in Baltimore, Maryland. It is in Oldtown. Marker is at the intersection of East Eager Street and Valley Street, on the right when traveling east on East Eager Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 901 E Eager St, Baltimore MD 21202, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. St. Frances Academy (approx. ¼ mile away); Nazarene Baptist Church (approx. ¼ mile away); Young Martyrs (approx. 0.3 miles away); Old East Baltimore (approx. 0.3 miles away); Gertrude Stein (approx. 0.4 miles away); Green Mount Cemetery (approx. 0.4 miles away); St. Ignatius Church (approx. half a mile away); Old Dunbar High School (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Baltimore.
Also see . . . Our Church, Sweet Prospect Baptist Church. The church's history page proudly shares the congregation's story. Notably, it shares that Pastor Yameny is the great niece of the founding pastor, Rev. English. (Submitted on March 23, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.)
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), March 22, 2024
Credits. This page was last revised on March 23, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 23, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 40 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 23, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.