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Carroll grew up in the community of Port Medway, a beautiful fishing village on the South Shore of Nova Scotia. Although she hasn’t lived in the area for many years, she regularly visits family and friends who still reside there, maintaining strong connections. One connection is to the Baptist church where she attended services and childhood Sunday school classes. It is within its walls that her unwavering spiritual beliefs were established, and she first graced a stage, singing in the annual Christmas concert.
The church was built before confederation in 1865. Following the loss of its pastor, the Port Medway Baptist Church, originally consecrated in 1872, was listed for sale. At the thought of losing such an important part of the community’s history, Carroll felt compelled to try and preserve the historical building, finally purchasing the building in January of 2021. In an agreement between the Carroll Baker Mem’ries Centre and the non-profit, The Friends of Carroll Baker Society, the Society have established a memorabilia centre within the walls of the church. All things important to the life of Carroll Baker and her career are on loan from Carroll and on display within the centre. The Centre now houses her many awards, and some of her most interesting wardrobe pieces worn in her public appearances. With the support of The Friends of Carroll Baker Society and generous donors and volunteers, the centre will aid in the completion of Carroll’s dream: sustaining her childhood place of worship. Working closely with the Carroll Baker Mem’ries Centre, The Friends of Carroll Baker Society will be able to help Carroll maintain the integrity of the church. It is Carroll Baker’s hope to bring this once thriving and revered church back to its days of welcoming people. To be used as a nondenominational space to worship; have weddings and funerals; as well as special services and events. With the help of the community, family, friends, and her fans, Carroll will be able to hold on to this little part of history, ensuring that the heart and soul of the building will continue for years to come. |
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ADMISSIONGeneral - $6 Seniors - $5 12 & Under - FREE |
