Billy Sunday (1862-1935) is regarded as the most prominent — and influential — evangelist of the early part of the 20th century. Born near Ames, he spent part of his youth in Marshalltown, then returned here in 1909, where he spoke to a packed tabernacle of his followers. The tabernacle in Marshalltown in which Sunday did his preaching was located Read more...
Billy Sunday, one of the most vibrant figures in early twentieth-century American religious life, is often remembered for his electrifying revival meetings and dramatic preaching style. However, his rise to prominence was shaped not only by his athletic and spiritual gifts but also by experiences rooted in small-town America. One such formative connection was with the Tremont Inn, a gathering Read more...
