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First Baptist Church Old Cemetery

Coolwell, Amherst County, Virginia, USA

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Get directions 193 Mt Airy Road
Coolwell, Virginia 24521 United States

Coordinates: 37.53226, -79.09045
(434) 946-5434
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There are two cemeteries associated with the First Baptist Church. This is the one known as the "old" cemetery.

The Coolwell First Baptist Church was one of the first African-American churches founded independently of a white congregation. The church was organized in 1862 by the Rev. P. Ferguson. The building was rebuilt in 1973 and added on to in 1995. The location was originally referred to as a spot with a well, containing cold water, hence the name. This cemetery, in use for over 100 years, contains at least 255 individuals.

Note: The Church's newer cemetery is located at 37.529090, -79.089954

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