Robert "Bob" Walter Childress (January 19, 1889[1] or January 19, 1890[2] – January 16, 1956)[1] was a Presbyterian minister who was born in "The Hollow," now Ararat, Virginia, and grew up surrounded by the Primitive Baptist tradition. He became known throughout the Southern Appalachian region for his work to transform the region's culture of violence and promote basic education. He was also the founder of the famous "Rock Churches" of Floyd, Patrick and Carroll counties in Virginia.[3]
- ^ a b Morrell, Amanda (2006). "Robert Walter Childress (1889–1956)". Dictionary of Virginia Biography. Library of Virginia. Retrieved 15 December 2022.
- ^ "National Register of Historic Places Multiple Property Documentation Form: Reverend Robert Childress Presbyterian Rock Churches, #017-5032" (PDF). Virginia Department of Historic Resources. 12 February 2007. Retrieved 15 December 2022.
- ^ "Celebrated rock churches earn new honor - Newrivervalley.com". www.roanoke.com. Archived from the original on 12 April 2008. Retrieved 22 May 2022.