Exploring 200 Year Old Church! (President Roosevelt's Theatre!) Olive Branch Community Talbot County
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- exploring the old Primitive Baptist church in Olive Branch community in Talbot County Georgia with Dan Akin and Joy
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A whole lotta history here! Photo credits go to Joy and Dan!
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The Primitive Baptist y'all are talking about sounds like what we call Hard Shell Baptist here in SC. I wonder if there is a difference between them. Thank you for the great history videos and all the hard work.
Upatoi Primitive Baptist had music. We were Progressive Primitive Baptist so we had a piano and at times visitors would bring in other instruments, guitars, etc.. The old brown hymnals had the shaped notes and they even had someone come through that taught shaped heart note singing. The ceiling is underneath the original ceiling. They did not remove it when it was remodeled. When this church was built, they numbered each board so it could be put back together as it was originally. This is why they did not remove any of the old and just covered it. The pulpit was also moved and most of it is original. We as children were not allowed to go into the pulpit area. We had a tall preacher and they had to add the additional height on the pulpit. The floor had some remodeling when it "rottened" out. There is a lot of "heart pine" in the church. There was a spring behind the church that was used as a baptismal pool for many years and so was the "privy". Once Olive Branch UMC built a bathroom, they would let us go over and use it so the privy did not get used anymore. The Baptismal pool grew up so, other churches would let us use their baptismal. Thank you for sharing this!!!!! So many great memories!!! (Oh, the dances Joy was talking about were held at The Community House but members of both churches were always there.) The Methodist had services Second and Forth Sunday and Upatoi had services on Third Sunday. Everyone went to Sunday School at the Methodist church and then came over to Upatoi on Third Sunday. When visitors came to any function at either church, they did not know who was Progressive Primitive Baptist or Methodist! So thankful to have grown up in such a special time when neighbors cared and were always there for each other in good and bad times. Thank you so much for sharing this.
Thank you for adding all this history, Judy. I'm going to print this information out. Appreciate you!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this historic info with us! You really added to our enjoyment of your precious church. 🙏
Great share and amazing insight.
Thank you!
Bringing Joy and Dan out to this church added so much to the tour. The two of them are so knowledgeable. Robert, this video shows how much history can be found under a building. Thanks for another great adventure.
Another great video. The thing that touched me the most was the respect Mr Dan has, as is shown by him removing his hat inside the church. Little gestures like that are not gone unnoticed. Such a gentleman and hard to find someone like him these days. Robert...thank you for the love and respect that you always have for these places too, and for the time, effort and energy that you spend in bringing them to us. You are very much appreciated.
I really appreciate all the work you guys have been doing bringing these videos to us for free. Signed a faithful subscriber
Thank you! That means a lot!
Thank you Robert, Dan and Joy for allowing us to see the inside of this awesome church building. It really breaks my heart that so many churches sets vacant with no more services being held in them.
It was so nice to see Dan remove his hat inside the church. I am almost 80 and went to a Primitive Baptist church as a girl, we did not have pews, we had wooden backless benches, there were two doors to enter the church one for men and one for the women. Men sat on one side a nd women and children on the other side. Primitive Baptist believe much as the Calvinist . Those seats from the theater would have been too ornate back when I was a girl.
Calvanist ✓ I couldn't think of the name, Martin Luther came to mind, but Calvanist is what I was searching for.
Thank you!!!
What's your point?
When Dan walked out the church door I believe the back of the church and all the colors of the leaves was so beautiful I grew up and still live in the big dirty city of New York mostly dirly . At 64 I would love to live my last years out there in Georgia I used to go vacation to my aunt's in Springfield mass . She live in the woods in a trailer before her and my uncle built there house which was beautiful I loved the quiet and at night it was pitch black when you turned the lights off.it was Gods country .God bless you all
Yes, that was one of the most pictures perfect sites I’ve been to in a while
My kin came from Georgia, the Harris side. They were all primitive Baptist. They still do sacred heart songs. Precious memories.
I could almost hear the singing in that church! What an incredible story about Joy's ancestry! I'm sure she has a whole gallery of Angels cheering for her as she shares their stories. Add Dan with his historical perspectives and Robert with his experience dating old structures and we have The Three Amigos of keeping history alive! Fascinating! Merry Christmas y'all! Blessings!
I would love to have visited there on a Sunday in the early years and hear the Good Ole Preaching, Praying, Shouting and Singing! One would have felt the presence of The Lord as the Holy Spirit moved through the congregation! Thanks Dan, Joy and Robert for the awesome video!
I love when people have the personal history of those folks who lived in a particular area. It makes the history of the town more definitive.
You brought this old church back to life by telling its story and sharing its history. I'm so glad to not see vandalism or graffiti. Leaving history 'as is'. I love these old churches.
Interesting how earlier buildings were constructed. The craftsmanship was truly impressive.
Such an incredible building with so much history . Felt sad seeing it empty & fading. Thank you for preserving its history.
Although I'm Canadian I love the passion and depth these videos exude. Thank-you for all you do and share!
Thank YOU!
You are so correct.
I'm Canadian also but have hundreds of US ancestors and descendants. One day I know Robert and the crew will eventually stumble across some of mine😊
I really enjoyed seeing this old church. I was raised Pentecostal. I do not like it when churches removed the pews and put in this theater style seating, because, every time you stand up you have to place your bible or purse etc on the ground. Old fashioned pews were a place where I felt my Bible had a spot that would not be knocked over to the ground.. :) also if you were raised in church, you probably fell asleep as a baby on a pew, no babies in this church, you would not put them on the floor. I love learning the history from ya all..
Interesting perspective!
Just a beautiful church I do hope since this aired no one breaks in and steals the treasures. Does need to be preserved for the future. ❤❤
Notice how Dan took off his hat inside of the church? Old respect.
Thank you Joy and Mr Dan and you too Robert!! An amazing old church with great history!!
Thank you all.
Central California watching
Really liked this one it had a real❤ feel to it. The spirit still rises in old places of worship I believe. Interesting history, interesting building those old timbers wow. 😊 You did good. Love from KY. Oh, we had our Christmas snow yesterday, it's supposed to warm up again and rain on the day..it was pretty while it lasted got about an inch here in Central KY,cold today with sun. 🎄🎄🎄🎀🎀🎀
I love to see and visit old church buildings! I think of the many people who worshiped in the building over the decades. No doubt some very important things happened in these old houses of God: weddings, funerals, revivals and regular services, of course. The church was the center of the community many years ago. People congregated there in some cases not only to worship but to fellowship and in some cases the church building would double as a school house. As is often said about these old, historical buildings: "If only the walls could talk!"
That piano is exactly like the one I had growing up. Mine was made in 1898. My dad gave it to me on my 6th birthday in 1958. The history of the churches and their behaviors is very interesting.
Wow, I wonder if that piano in Upatoi is as old as the 1890s. Very cool. Thanks for sharing!
My great grandfather was from Georgia. From Washington Co. My Granny was a Baptist as was my Mom. I have never heard of Primitive Baptist. My Grandma, (my Dad's Mom) was Church of Christ. They did not believe in musical instruments and still don't to this day. I remember going with my Grandma to The Church of Christ and the men would sing one part and the women another part, which I believe they still continue to do today. I'm 70 years old and the youngest of 5. Here in Oklahoma, First Baptist is the most prominent Baptist. Interesting to hear of Primitive Baptist.
Just a beautiful place. It would have been wonderful to have lived in simpler times 🎀
Ya know Mr. Robert, you could literally start a cultural archeology channel with the likes of Miss Joy and Mr. Dan documenting the lifestyle and culture of that whole region. Sacred harp, shape notes, was how Hank Williams learned to sing the way he did. Even Rich Mullins, in his younger years took an interest and explored the technique and you could hear it in his vocals as well. I'm sure there are many others
But these old structures, locales, practices, lifestyles, and historical figures are the shoulders our world is built upon today and we are losing that sense of place and appreciation for that which has come before. I know, that's what your channel(s) are all about. But is there anyone more dignified than Mr. Dan and more gracious than Miss Joy to provide so thorough and well researched background and how it relates to our world today than those two? Just a thought.
I do have one request. I think you and Dan should go back to that house that you both so quickly departed but THIS time bring Miss Joy along and see if her presence settles the spirits so you two chickens can cluck about the house and what it is hiding. I have every confidence that her presence is what was missing from the first venture. Great content as always and that is coming from a fellow who used to live just off Victory Drive many, many moons ago...
I'll never say no to an Adventure outing with Robert and Dan but remember that scene in The Wizard Of Oz where the Cowardly Lion turns back from walking down the hall to see the Wizard saying, "I do believe in spooks! I do believe in spooks! I do, I do, I do, I do believe in spooks!" Whelp, that'd be me...
@@joyfisher2128 lol... I'd be willing to wager a dinner in Gatlinburg with y'all that the spooks would behave themselves if you were along JUST to make Dan and Robert look all the sillier! ;-)
@@alvankarpas6245 AT LEAST one of us will scream like a girl - I can promise you that! ;)
@@joyfisher2128 now that would go viral! 😁
Joy & Dan are true treasures, thanks Sir Robert.
How amazing this piece of history is. Enjoyed every moment of it. I too couldn’t get over the size of the boards by the pulpit. And seeing under the church was a great eye opener.
I certainly hope they respect this church enough to keep it standing as it a wonderful part of history.
So sad though to see the privy falling to pieces. Though the roof was still in pretty good shape.
Many thanks to everyone to making this possible.
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Thank you for sharing this beautiful old Church .
Lots of good information about old church's. It's amazing it is still standing.
LOVE ❤ history!
Thank you so much Robert, Mr. Dan and Joy! Very interesting video (as we find all of yours). It's amazing how far back Joy can trace her roots. She's very lucky! Thanks! Kathie and Chris in RI
Amazing, finding & felling that tree, hewing it & hauling it, then setting it TWICE!---And, as always, love your music choices.
Thank you Robert, Dan, and Joy. Another good video!
Im upstate ny but interesting what you all have down there very good show once again,see you all again sometime.😊
Very cool 😊
beautiful old building and to have that history of your own family there, Joy is something to be porud of, to have this NOW also documented by Dan and Robert is awesome. I doubt if anything is left from my Great grandparents and further back, from Tennessee. I have a my 4th great grandfather that is buried , at The Gordon Cemetery in LaFayette Georgia, Walker County. His One son, George W. Cantrell is also buried there, though there are no pictures of either grave on Find a Grave:-(.
I definitely count myself lucky to call Robert and Dan friends. They've been very kind to help me document these places that are very personal to me.
Amazing video. Such a beautiful old house of worship.
What a great exploration of a church with so much history. I personally just love the old country churches. Thank you to all of you for this trip through history.
Way cool! Love the outhouse ❤
Cool old church building! Enjoy learning the history!!
I honestly like the idea of chairs instead of pews. People really wouldn't have an excuse of falling asleep in those theatre chairs ha ha. Shaped notes are so weird. It throws piano players who aren't versed in the oldies ha ha.
Cool The Old Out House Still Had The Nail To Put Your Hat To Show It's In Service . 😎👍✌.
Oh, I learned something new. Didn't know that about the nail and the hat. I'm going to look for that going forward. Neat!
What a wonderful old church! Such rich history.
Very beautiful and peaceful old church, very well built
Joy it's really nice to see you and your Beautiful smile again. I hope you and your family have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. You too Robert and Mr. Dan.
Very kind, thanks! Happy holidays to you and yours!
Dan and Joy🎉🎉knew it would be excellent! Thank you ❤️
Thanks!
Hello, and it's good to see you again and this is a very beautiful place and part of history long ago. Thank you for taking us along on your journey. Take care till next time.
Hello. I was born in Columbus at Ft.Benny. My Dad was in the Army durning the Vietnam Wars early years. Always lived out in the country near Cleveland ever since. Big History Buff I am so I just love your channel. You guys look at so many different historical projects. Keep it up , it’s our pleasure. Thanks very much.
What I like a lot about your work is it is focused around the history of the common people. People who lived ordinary lives - who were not highlighted people such as Army generals, political leaders or even hardened criminals.
A lot of marriages, christing, and burials scene at that church
Loving your channels Robert! So interesting learning all about Georgian history, and following along the restoration of your farm! Wishing you, your family, Dan and Joy happy holidays! Cheers from Sweden!
Awesome church. Thanks for sharing
Love your videos and enjoy watching them. May the lord bless and protect you Robert and Dan and Joy and bringing out history
That is amazing and you are all so wonderful thank you God bless take care❤
Cool to see how unconnected pieces can create a whole. Then you consider different denominations under a single roof kind of adds to the Olive Branch.
It really is pretty special!
Hello Robert Dan and Joy excellent video thank you so much for bringing us along happy holidays to you all and your families🎄❄☃️❄⛄🎄🎁 take care love from upstate New York❤😊
This is so beautiful I love this. God bless all of you 🙏❤️🌹
I enjoy these videos of the old buildings so much. The three of you are so knowledgeable & a joy to watch
I see what you did there ;) lol
Awesome old church ❤❤❤
This is so beautiful I love this God bless all of you 🙏❤️🌹
this church may have been a fore runner of the "Progressive Primitive Baptists" that are prevalent in south Georgia. Baptist historian here, so I know all about that stuff
Wow, 1832 is early. I love this video. Thank you!
I just found your channel, i love seeing and learning the lovely history of America through the ground roots buildings the people and pioneers made back in the day in the USA.
Love the old church. I don't recall y'all mentioning it but was that just rock piles the church was sitting on? Also Dan mentioning about hearing the footsteps from a previous video was hilarious.
Yes, fieldstone pillars. Very common for that time period.
That siding is known as fiber board. definitely dated. Those joints are half lap and a scarf awesome wood working. Highly skilled craftsman
Power washing the front steps and porch would be awesome! 😁👋🏼☺️💞🙌🏻👍🏼
I’m going to have to make a vacation trip out your way next year. Just to see Talbot County 😊
What a great old church. Thank you for the video. Always enjoyed and appreciated. Merry Christmas to you all.
Very cool! Thanks for sharing!
Well done, keeps me watching.
We have a 1853 baptist church down the road from me in the PNW of Oregon
Which town? I live in Seattle. The little town of Mt. Hope, WA near Spokane was founded about 1878 and only the little church and cemetery remain of the town now. But 1850 is about as early as you can get for these parts! Very cool.
Wonderful history thanks
Incredible wooden beams!
I know there's some similarity between Shape Note singing and Medieval European Fauxbirdon because a classical music theory teacher Junior College talked about how their style resemble this earlier genre they were very incensed by her mentioning it!
Oh, I had to go look up Fauxbourdon and go down a little rabbit hole. I see the similarities. It also brought me back the 1990s in the form of Enigma -Sadness, Part i. I had that one on quite a few mix tapes back in the day! lol
Hi 👋 👋 👋 👋 👋 Robert and Dan and joy another interesting video again im praying they keep the upkeep of the methodist church because so many historic buildings in Georgia are left to decline and decade and the historic buildings are lost i hope they look after the church all the best Andrew south wales uk 👍 👌 😀 🇬🇧
Hi, Andrew!
@@joyfisher2128 hi joy 😊 from wales and have a happy Christmas 🎄
Hey Robert, and the other Robert, and Dan, and all the bunch. Just dropping in to tell you how much this Missouri Ozarks resident enjoys and appreciates your content. I am so intrigued with early American history, and y'all have a bunch out there Georgia way! Happy New Year!
My husband's grandfather was a Church of Christ minister, they didn't have instruments.
Wow, another great video. I was wondering if y’all was gonna touch on the sacred harp style singing they done. And the pews, wow. Another great video yall. Merry Christmas
I always wonder how they managed to move the buildings back then, must have been a lot of work dismantling and re assembling them!
HELLO from Ohio that siding on that church is called clapboard siding
I remember those fans, before our church had A/C.
Fascinating history yet again. Great vid.
Did anyone notice the man whispering in timestamp starting at 8:14? It is clear as daylight. I watch all your videos by the way.
Yes!
There was definitely something there.
I heard that too!
This time it wasn't the wind - I promise you that! But that's because I know we had two other fellows with us who were standing outside talking with Robert and Dan were filming ;)
@@joyfisher2128 Oh so you think it may have picked up on them talking outside? That sounded like someone whispering right next to him though. Thank you for responding.. Happy Holidays!
I'm always amazed that you don't see wild life on your adventures. Such as bears.
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i hope it is being maintained and preserved looks to be in good shape
Best content..very grateful thank you!
This was an amazing video! Thank you! Did you look at any copyright dates in older looking hymnals and bibles? I love how you explain ways to date a building. Is this considered a historical landmark? It should!
Merry Christmas to you all and a Happy New Year from across the pond 🇬🇧🇺🇲👍
well I see you ar e in my community!
Thanks!
Thank YOU!
The siding on the church looks like Masonite siding made of compressed hardwood chips and resin. I grew up in a house that had it
Probably made the church bigger
Merry Christmas
Where's the other Robert? I miss him ...
Contract negotiations
He needs a union. @@AdventuresIntoHistory
My dad is really good friends with Dell and Judy Myers. He has lunch with Dell every Friday. I will ask him about Judy and the Church and let y’all know!! :)
( sorry about the duplicate comments. I had to switch accounts )
I think Judy left a comment on here with some great information.
GREAT VIDEOS ---- FROM RUSSIA ---- KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK
You need to be taking the AT Max with you underneath of there 😮😮😮