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Since opening on Falwell Sr.’s 70th birthday in 2003, the Jerry Falwell Museum has continued to grow its collection. It contains memorabilia about Liberty’s founder with donations from family, alumni, and friends from around the world. Those interested in the history of Liberty University, Thomas Road Baptist Church, Jerry Falwell Sr. ministries, and Baptist traditions in general may also wish Read more...
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Jerry Laymon Falwell Sr. “Nothing of spiritual significance comes without sacrifice. Your spirituality will always be measured by the size of your sacrifice.” (Jerry Laymon Falwell Sr.) Jerry Laymon Falwell Sr. Jerry Laymon Falwell Sr. (born August 11, 1933 – died May 15, 2007) was a towering figure in modern American evangelicalism. His influence spanned pulpit, media, education and Read more...
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Inscription On this site June 1956, the Thomas Road Baptist Church was founded by Dr. Jerry Falwell as Pastor. This plaque is placed here in the memory of Mrs. Ruth Knowles one of the church’s charter members. Read more...
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Bascom Ray (B. R.) Lakin “God lay the weight of the world upon me. Give me a love for every soul for whom Jesus died. Help me preach as a dying man to dying men with a broken heart and tears.” (Bascom Ray [B. R.] Lakin) Early Life and Conversion Bascom Ray Lakin was born on January 5, 1901, Read more...