Located near Eulonia in the Bolden community [sometimes referred to as Briar Patch], this vernacular landmark was built by Joseph Palmer in the late 1920s or early 1930s. Throughout its history it has served as a community center and schoolhouse but is perhaps best known as a praise house.
The praise house is locally known as the “Bolden Lodge”. It’s shaded yard is still a popular gathering place in this tiny community and it has long been associated with the world-famous McIntosh County Shouters.
Once again, Brian, you’ve hit the ball out of the park with these ethereal photos. Makes me want to get in my car and drive east.
I love the choice of B&W.
Thanks as always for your kind words, Jane!
It is called the Bolden Lodge. The area has been a gathering place under the oaks for the local blacks for ever. The area is also called “Briar Patch. Bolden is the home of the McIntosh Shouters.
Thanks-was it originally a fraternal lodge?
Interesting. Thanks for the insightful info.
Hello, why is it called Bolden? are the shouters descendants of Bolden’s, and is this a place where a huge community of Bolden’s once lived? are there many Bolden’s still in the area?