Experts' Choice Award First African Baptist Church
7 expert reviews
“Slaves constructed this church at night by lamplight after having worked the plantations during the day.”
– Fodor's
Frommer's "Established in 1773 by George Leile, a slave whose master allowed him to preach to other slaves." Full review
Frommer's "In 1832 the congregation of First African Baptist Church, split over a doctrinal dispute. One group moved to Franklin Square but retained the original name, while another remained on the..." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Established in 1773 by freed slave George Leile, this church is considered the oldest black Baptist church in North America." Full review
Where "Overlooking Franklin Square is First African Baptist Church." Full review
Frommer's "This was the first African Baptist church founded in America...it became the first brick building in Georgia to be owned by African Americans. The pews located in the balcony are original " Full review
Lonely Planet "Considered the oldest African American church in the country, this National Historic Landmark played a pivotal role on the Underground Railroad." Full review
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