
Stitched in Favor
200 years of The Historic St. James Episcopal Church
Reflecting on the enduring legacy of The Historic Saint James Episcopal Church; the first African Protestant Episcopal church. This exhibition honors the church’s unwavering commitment to faith, education, and social justice, inspiring future generations to continue to fight for equality and empowerment. By chronicling the church’s journey from its founding in 1824 to its enduring legacy today, the exhibition explores the rich history of this cornerstone of African American heritage in Baltimore through historic and contemporary textiles, art, and artifacts.