Community Corner: Historic First African Baptist Church receives $500,000 grant to restore 150-year-old stained-glass windows

Savannah, GA (WSAV-TV) — For generations, Savannah’s First African Baptist Church has been a cultural cornerstone.Regarded as one of the oldest historically Black churches in the country— it stands as a beacon of faith, resilience, and community leadership.

According to church history it was organized in 1773 and officially constituted in 1777.

Recently, the historic place of worship received a half million dollar grant to help preserve the 1859 edifice– specifically its stained glass windows…

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