Jackson Chapel

Jackson Chapel is a historic A.M.E. church in Washington, Georgia. It is more than 150 years old.[1] It located at 318 Whitehall Street, formerly known as Freedmen Road.[1][2] The church was built in 1867 by former slaves[2] including those owned by Robert Toombs. Family members of William Gaines and his brother Wesley John Gaines continue to be active in the church.[1]

References
  1. "Jackson Chapel to celebrate 150 years in special service with Bishop Jackson - www.news-reporter.com - News-Reporter".
  2. Jenkins, David B. (6 June 2017). "Backroads & Byways of Georgia (First Edition) (Backroads & Byways)". The Countryman Press – via Google Books.

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