Providence Baptist Church
One of Liberia’s oldest churches, where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1847. It is regarded as the nation’s birthplace.
Providence Baptist Church was founded in 1822 by the first settlers. The old chapel has a memorial plaque honoring the signers of Liberia’s 1847 Declaration of Independence, and the church is regarded as the birthplace of the nation. It is still in use. You can experience the atmosphere of local church choirs at Sunday services. On weekdays, staff may show you the old chapel. The church lies near Broad Street and Ashmun Street, a few minutes’ walk from the National Museum. Please dress modestly when visiting.
Opening hours
Sunday services; weekday visits by inquiry during the day
Nearby sights
- National Museum of Liberia
- Waterside Market
- Broad Street
- Providence Island
- Grand Masonic Temple
- Ducor Hotel
- Capitol Building
- Silver Beach