This historic church is the center of Rye Patch community, as it has been for well over a hundred years.
Rye Patch Baptist Church, Long County
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My daddy’s (Howard)family reunion used to be held here years ago.
Hi Brian, Great photos as always. This old building is certainly one of Long County’s iconic sites. Always such a lovely, serene looking place. Much history of Long County abounds there!!
Your pictures are so full of history. You take us to out of the way places to see a life few of us know.
Have been going to this church every year since I was born. We have a family reunion there. A deceased member of my family build this church. It used to look very different before it was updated
I am a descendent of the builders/ members of this church. All of my relatives are buried in the church cemetery. I’m sure we are related.
I would like to know more if you have anything you would like to share with me.