USA First African Baptist Church
John F Kennedy Jr and Carolyn Bessette were married in this church. It is the First African Baptist Church on Cumberland Island, Georgia. The church has no electricity and was lit with candles for their wedding. A gospel singer sang "Amazing Grace" a Capella.
Photography Tips
There are ruins, wild horses and wildlife to photograph
Travel Information
Accessible by ferry from St Mary's, Day trips and overnight camping
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Nearly no other people
Best Timing
All timings are equally good
Sunrise & Sunset
06:59 - 17:25
| current local time: 17:06
Photo Themes
Church
history
Island
Locations
Cumberland Island
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