In this series, which will post on occasional Wednesdays, I populate the landscape of Wilson County with imaginary “historic markers” commemorating people, places, and events significant to African-American history or culture.
We been here.
PINEY GROVE FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH
Church org. in 1882. Trustees purchased this lot at Vance and Elba Sts. in 1900 from Samuel and Annie Vick. Wooden building with 2-story tower constructed. Moved to present Vick St. location in 1930s; building later renovated.
Photograph by Lisa Y. Henderson, May 2024.