The Davidson United Presbyterian Church

Look for the white building across the railroad tracks.

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The Davidson United Presbyterian Church holds the distinction of being the oldest African-American congregation in the town of Davidson. Established in 1870, the original structure was a modest wooden chapel. In the early 1900s, many children received their education from ministers until the transition from private to public schools occurred in 1911. This shift was primarily driven by the efforts of town women, who utilized the church as a platform to amplify their voices.

Notably, the Presbyterian Church in Davidson was the first to embrace single women as missionaries. Alongside the AME Zion Black congregation, these churches served as focal points for cultivating civic awareness and generating ideas for social progress. They advocated for improvements in housing, established day-care centers, and offered recreational opportunities, all aimed at enhancing the well-being of the community.

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