



| Mother Bethel AME Church & Richard Allen Museum (2/21/07) |
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The Mother Bethel AME Church in Philadelphia is home to the Richard Allen Museum. Allen is a former slave who bought his freedom and co-founded the Free Africa Society in 1787. It is believed to be the first mutual aid society organization in America founded by blacks for blacks. Allen purchased land and founded a number of churches. He was the first AME Bishop. CLICK HERE for more information.
One way distance: 64 miles One way time: 1 hour, 10 minutes |
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