Colonial Williamsburg archaeologists uncover 21 graves at historic Black church site A team of archaeologists is unearthing the rich history of First Baptist Church. It's believed to be one of the first Black Christian churches in the U.S. Author: Allison Bazzle Updated: 6:49 PM EDT July 15, 2021 WILLIAMSBURG, Va. — Archaeologists are digging up the past in Colonial Williamsburg. Almost a year ago researchers started a big project to uncover pieces of First Baptist Church. And recently, the team came across multiple gravesites! “Everybody has some roots in that church,” said Let Freedom Ring Foundation President Connie Harshaw. A team of archaeologists is unearthing the rich history of First Baptist Church. It's believed to be one of the first Black Christian churches in the U.S.