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St. Luke's Episcopal Church

St. Luke's Episcopal Church is a historic place in Washington, District of Columbia County, District of Columbia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on May 11, 1976, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 76002131.

Washington, District of Columbia County, District of ColumbiaListed May 11, 1976NRIS #76002131★ National Historic Landmark
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What is St. Luke's Episcopal Church?

St. Luke's Episcopal Church is a historic Episcopal church located at 1514 15th Street, N.W., in Washington, D.C. Completed in 1879, it is home to the oldest African-American Episcopal congregation in the city. It was designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1976 for its association with Rev. Alexander Crummell (1819–1898), a leading figure advocating for black self-sufficiency and civil rights in the mid-19th century.

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Listing details

Name
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
City
Washington
County
District of Columbia County
State
District of Columbia
Listed on the National Register
May 11, 1976
NRIS reference number
76002131
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
38.91022, -77.03494
When was St. Luke's Episcopal Church listed on the National Register?

St. Luke's Episcopal Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 11, 1976.

Where is St. Luke's Episcopal Church located?

St. Luke's Episcopal Church is located in Washington, District of Columbia County, District of Columbia at approximately 38.91022, -77.03494. See the map above.

Is St. Luke's Episcopal Church a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. St. Luke's Episcopal Church is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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