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First African Baptist Church


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 143 attractions in Savannah
Traveler Description: Built in 1861, this church was the first African-American Baptist Church in North America and served as part of the Underground Railroad.
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Attraction type: Religious site
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Address: 23 Montgomery St. Savannah, GA
Tel: 912 233 6597

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5 of 5 stars
HotSavannahCouple   5 contributions
Rincon GA
Sep 27, 2009

My husband and I took this tour last weekend and found it to be well worth the time and the $5.00 admission fee. The tour guide was very friendly and informative. The tour lasted about an hour and a half and was chalked full of historical information. We recommend it for anyone interested in American history and the Underground Railroad. more

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5 of 5 stars
Sunny2001   5 contributions
Birmingham, Al
Jul 28, 2009

I had went to this chruch 9 years ago, on a group trip in high school. This go around, I was with family, and we very much enjoyed ourselves, the speaker was great, she really knew her history. Words really cant describe the experience, it is really the first African Baptist Chruch. It's Great American History, not just Black History,... more

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5 of 5 stars
beachcomber87   35 contributions
concord, nc
Jun 28, 2009

This was our most enjoyable tour during our time in Savannah. Our guide Joseph was fantastic as well as entertaining. He led us through all aspects of the church. He explained the history as well as how the church functions today. My husband and I both felt this was the best tour. There was no fee, but at the end... more

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5 of 5 stars
DoriM821   3 contributions
New York
Jun 3, 2009

One of the best tours we had while we were in Savannah. We happened to be checking out the outside of the Church when we realized that a tour was about to take place (Usually at 10AM and 2PM). The tour hostess was very informative about the history of the Church and told us many stories regarding the Pastors and... more

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5 of 5 stars
breathtaking52   4 contributions
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Dec 20, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

Visited this site with Johnnie's Freedom Trail Black Heritage Tour (which is phenomenal) and was overwhelmed at all the history in this church. more

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5 of 5 stars
msmack75   2 contributions
orlando
Feb 14, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

This is an amazing tour that you can not miss. Incredible church filled with secrets about the underground railroad. Some clues still haven't been unvcovered. Ask to see the markings on the balcony upstairs. This tour is simply unbelievable and the tour guide is extremely well versed in her subject matter. Please do not let this gem go. more

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5 of 5 stars
NewJerseyNJmom   1 contribution
new jersey
Mar 27, 2007
4/4 found this review helpful

My son attends the nearby college and we visited this church together. We lucked out and tagged along on a tour group at the last minute. We were so glad we did. Ms. Wortham was truly a most knowledgeable, interesting, and passionate church historian and tour guide. This was a very memorable tour and I wish to return and bring... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Orlando, Florida
May 10, 2006
9/9 found this review helpful

Best tour we had all week, very inexpensive, and a very different experience. Awesome tour hostess. She gave us an in-depth history lesson about slavery and the role of the church. While small, the museum has an incredible collection of handwritten documents, photos, and items from the 1800s. Check out the handmade quilts and the history behind the designs. Fascinating... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Lakeland, Florida
Jun 4, 2003
25/25 found this review helpful

This church, which was built by slaves, was used as a part of the "underground railroad" during the Civil War. The holes in the flooring (air holes) are still in existance. The holes form a design, which probably led others to believe it composed a tribal symbol. Upstairs in the balcony are some of the original pews made by slaves.... more

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First African Baptist Church Address

23 Montgomery St., Savannah, GA
Tel: 912 233 6597