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African Americans in Ann Arbor were very active in their churches. In fact, two churches in particular played a huge role in the lives of many African Americans: Bethel AME and Second Baptist. The following clips cover the history and meaning behind these churches. Also, Martha Washington Graham shares her memories of spiritual involvement.


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List of Video Clips on Spiritual Life

Quicktime Movie Description of Video Clip
Bethel AME Church (00:53)Many African Americans saw Bethel AME church as a "beacon" in the community. Thelma Hicks recalls the importance of the church to African Americans in Ann Arbor.
Second Baptist Church (00:29)The Second Baptist Church was another very important part of the African American community in Ann Arbor.
Church as Community (00:36)Although she was Catholic, Martha Washington Graham used to go to the churches listed above, where most of the African Americans attended because she wanted to be close to her friends and community.


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