Sanctuary and Black History Mural Tours



Guided Sanctuary and Black History Tours are offered at the Church of the Advocate by appointment. These tours consists of discussion of church architecture,  social history and the African American History Murals.  Tours can be tailored to the needs of the group.  College professors from across the region find this tour pertinent for class discussion.  Especially appropriate for classes topics such as:


African American Church History
Church Architecture
Church Art
Social Justice
Philadelphia Religious History
Church and Community
Religious History
Religion and Radicalism
Race Relations

Suggested docent led tour donation is $5 per person
Picture
History Books for Purchase

A Guide to the Architecture & Painted Glass of the Advocate (B/W) -  $5






Mural Photographs and Commentary by Artists Richard Watson and Walter Edmonds and Fr. Paul Washington (in color)    $15
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Church of the Advocate History/Mural Books

Who We Are

We are a community of many people who call the Advocate home.  Some of us come for worship.  Some come for social services.  Some come to volunteer.  Some come for events.  Some come to usher change into the world.  Some are just connected.  We are the  Church of the Advocate.

What We Do

The Church of the Advocate lives the gospel of Christ and is a welcoming community dedicated to spiritual enrichment, human services, community programs and the pursuit of social justice.

Your Path to Partnership

Our greatest strength is in our partnerships that permit us to carry on this great work of nurturing, shepherding and educating.  We are always seeking volunteers  or those who will generously donate a portion of their resources so this work can continue.  Call the church office to lend your support. 

The George W. South Memorial  Church of the Advocate (Episcopal)

1801 West Diamond Street
​Main entrance: 2121 Gratz Street
Philadelphia, PA 19121-1509
Mailing Address:
1801 W Diamond St., Philadelphia, PA  19121

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Phone: 215-978-8000
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