The First Presbyterian Church

The First Presbyterian Church at 209 Union St dates from 1809. During the 1760s the congregation shared worship space with Saint George’s Church, having separate entrances and seating arrangements. The present building was constructed in 1809 in Greek Revival style. The building was substantially enlarged in 1834 and again in 1859 with the construction of transepts. The church’s design is based on the Ranstead Court Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia and is characterized by transitional detailing of the Federal and Greek revival periods. In 1888 clear glass windows were replaced by stained glass windows. For the first 150 years the church was reached by a narrow drive or alley from Union Street. In the mid-twentieth century, several buildings along Union were removed to create a broad vista and parking lot. The church cemetery located on the property contains 500 tombstones that represent 200 years of church heritage.
 
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