Ebenezer Baptist Church

Nestled in Atlanta’s Sweet Auburn neighborhood, Ebenezer Baptist Church stands as a significant site in the history of the American civil rights movement. This is where Martin Luther King, Jr., was baptized, grew up, and served as pastor until his assassination. Now part of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Park, the church has been meticulously restored to its appearance during the time when both King and his father were ministers. Visitors can step into the same space that once echoed with King’s powerful sermons and witness the preserved interior, offering a tangible connection to this pivotal era.