Click image to enlarge. The passion for Greek architecture that swept Alabama in the mid-nineteenth century expressed itself in a full range of building types. Occasionally it erupted in bold and high-style buildings, but more often it appeared in simplified forms. Here, in the Christian Valley Baptist Church, simplicity and plainness prevail, giving the circa 1870 structure the feel of the ideal rural Alabama church.
Although the building is structurally sound and in good condition, its growing congregation is thinking of expanding the current facilities. Most recently, the church has proposed demolition of the old building in order to construct a new one nearby. Local preservationists are actively protesting this decision, but the future is uncertain. A promising solution may be to move the structure to a new location where it can begin a new life. UPDATE: At press time, a new location has been found for the Christian Valley Baptist Church.
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