First Baptist Church of Raleigh is located in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina.

The church is located on 99 North Salisbury Street, directly across the street from the Capitol.

[1] The Church began in 1812 with 23 members, 14 of whom were "Negro slaves."

In 1866 the 200 Negro members organized a church of their own, while the 226 white members stayed at First Baptist.

[2] Charles Francis Meserve, was a member of the church and was licensed to preach at this location, despite not being ordained.