Boston Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
Neoclassical Revival House, 1909, Boston
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Pueblo Revival Cottage, 1946, Boston
Boston Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, Boston
One of the oldest churches in Boston, Trinity Missionary Baptist is a Freedmen’s congregation established in 1867. The present structure, likely dating to the early 1900s, is a typical uneven-steeple style common among Black churches at the time. It was originally a frame structure before the addition of the brick veneer.
Boston Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
St. John A. M. E. Church, Boston
I haven’t been able to locate a history for this congregation, but the church building, stuccoed and restored in 2009, is in its original form.
Boston Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
Pyramidal Cottage, 1902, Boston
Boston Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
St. James C. M. E. Church, 1900s, Boston
There’s little information to be found on the history of St. James C. M. E. Church, but the Boston town website notes that the congregation was established in 1896. I believe the present structure was built in the early 1900s.
A 1909 broadside in the Hargrett Library in Athens advertises a gospel meeting for the week of October 12-17, and illustrates the progressive nature of the congregation. Rev. G. A. Thomas was pastor at the time. The broadside reads: “Behold a royal feast of mind and soul. This promises to be one of the best occasions of its kind. Together with the religious services there will be a literary feature attached. It is ours to seek the general welfare and uplift of our people irrespective of denominations. In all things let God have the uppermost place in our hearts.” Tuesday night, Professor L. S. Wingfield gave the introductory sermon, and Mrs. Lilla Robinson gave a speech entitled “Our Young Men”. Wednesday night’s sermon by Rev. A. R. Starling addressed “The Safety of the Young Men” and Mrs. L. S. Wingfield spoke of “Our Young Ladies”. Rev. Brookins of the A. M. E. Church gave the Thursday night sermon, while Mrs. Dr. Taylor talked about “The Moral and Intellectual Progress of the Negro”. On Friday, Professor Wingfield spoke of “The Demand for an Education, Ministry and the Idea of the Young Men becoming Christians”. Dr. Taylor addressed “Hygiene and the Laws of Health”. After music there was further discussion, this time by several speakers, suggesting that the Middle Class were more ardent supporters of the Church than the more wealthy. Saturday night attendees heard Mrs. M. M. Davis discuss “The Business Turn of the Negro”. Sunday was “High Day”, with preaching all day. Music was provided by: Adie Richardson, Maggie and Nellie Massey, Bessie Walton, Rosa L. Slater, Lessie L. Robinson, Bessie Slater, and Bertha Slater, Mrs. Wright Brooks, Mrs. James Zanders, Adeline Richards, Carrie Thomas, Mary Jane Richardson, and others. They were directed by Mrs. L. S. Wingfield.
Boston Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
Historic Storefronts, Boston
Boston takes pride in its small downtown and most of the storefronts are in great condition and home to modern businesses.
Boston Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
Warehouse Office, Boston
I’m not sure what the original use of this corner entrance structure was, but I remember there being a sign near the back section for Boston Feed & Seed at one time. I think it was probably an office for the warehouses located along the street behind it. Like many of the buildings in downtown Boston, it likely dates to the early 20th century.
Boston Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
Garage + Ford Dealership, Circa 1920s, Boston
When this commercial garage was built, Jefferson Street (also known as the Old Boston Road) was the first east-west paved highway in southwest Georgia. It later became US Highway 84. This was the era when automobiles were first becoming widespread and entrepreneurs were first establishing businesses to serve this new mode of transportation. It has also been suggested that this building later served as a Ford dealership.
Boston Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
Commercial Block, Boston
This historic Victorian storefront is one of the nicest still standing in downtown Boston. I imagine it housed several businesses in its early days and has been home to many more since. It was likely built around 1900-1910.
Boston Historic District, National Register of Historic Places
