Presiding chair used by Reverend Dr. Clay Evans at Fellowship Baptist Church

Reverend Dr. Clay Evans (June 23, 1925- November 27, 2019) was a prominent civil rights leader, Baptist minister, and gospel singer. Born in Brownsville, Tennessee, Dr. Evans utilized his platform on countless occasions to address sociopolitical issues of the times. His connection to addressing community issues while having a deep passion for musical ministry connected him to millions of Americans worldwide. This presiding chair was in use during the time he served as the founding pastor at the Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago, Illinois.