Since Emancipation, African American churches have served as vibrant spaces where faith, education, and community have thrived. The Madison-Morgan Cultural Center invites the public to celebrate the history of the Black rural churches at a free program, featuring a trio of special guests: Bob Reid, internationally-recognized journalist, television producer, and director; Reverend Dr. Avis Williams, Doctor of Ministry, Candler School of Theology at Emory University; and a musical performance led by Dr. Emorja Roberson.
Bob Reid: “Lessons in Faith, Forgiveness and Hope”
Rev. Dr. Avis Williams: Living History
Dr. Emorja Roberson: “Black Church, Black Music: Wooden Floor Series”
Reception to follow in the MMCC Arts & Crafts Gallery.
Sunday, February 22, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Free admission
Sponsored by:
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, Morgan County Landmarks Society, Morgan County African-American Museum, Morgan County Historical Society, Madison-Morgan Conservancy, Pearl Burney Alumni Museum, & Plainview Baptist Church
Partner Program:
The Morgan County African-American Museum
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2-4pm
Location: The Morgan County African-American Museum @ 156 Academy Street
The Morgan County African-American Museum will present an afternoon program highlighting "revivals" from the mid-20th century to the present. This will be part of a Black History Month celebration exploring the influence of religion on community and culture in the American South. The public is invited. (Co-sponsored by the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center.)
Plainview Baptist Church service
Date: Sunday, February 22, 10:30am
All are welcome to attend the morning service at Plainview Church, home church of Morgan County’s talented Andrews family, with fellowship after.