First Baptist Church
65 West Fourth St.
Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
(740) 773-3595
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The David Nickens Heritage Center
Mission Statement
- To preserve and exhibit both local and national African American heritage and culture.
- To establish a local heritage center that can be utilized to conduct meetings and conferences as well as facilitate continual learning for all community members.
Location
The Nickens Heritage Center is located at 71 West Fourth Street, Chillicothe, Ohio 45601. This site is a historical landmark, built in 1854.
Contact & Visitor Information Phone: 740-773-3644 or call 740-775-7866 Email:heritagecenter@horizonview.net
The Heritage Center is currently open by appointment.
Admission is free
Allow an hour for the tour
Current Exhibit THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
The following exhibits are being planned:
- The 19th Century African American Woman
- The African American Church in America
- First Baptist Church of Chillicothe, Ohio