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Townsend, Georgia: Smallest Church in America

Although it claims to be the smallest. It isn't, but it's certainly petite enough to satisfy most travelers' tiny church cravings.

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Claimed Smallest Church in America.

Smallest Church in America

Smallest Church in America: Tiny and quaint.

[Bryan Luoma, 07/22/2020]

Smallest Church in America.

Smallest Church in America

Enjoyed our little stop there. Donations appreciated. Security camera on site.

[Erma, 01/14/2020]

Tiny church.

Smallest Church in Georgia

I stopped by in December 2017 and the tiny church is completely furnished and back in business.

[signmanjoe, 01/27/2018]

Tiny church.

Smallest Church in America

The building has been rebuilt since the fire. Nothing inside though yet.

[Karl S., 06/24/2016]

Smallest Church in America.

Smallest Church in America

Rebuilt and reopened! Happened by on a roadtrip and was fortunate enough to see a couple getting hitched!

[Greg Laxton, 02/28/2016]

HOWL-LAY-LEW-YAHHHH!

Smallest Church in America

Smallest Church in America

Address:
Coastal Hwy 17, Townsend, GA
Directions:
I-95 exit 67, about one mile south on US Hwy 17. Look for a sign on the left (east) side, "Smallest Church in America," white with blue letters, half hidden with trees. (Previously listed as in South Newport)
Admission:
Free
RA Rates:
Worth a Detour
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