Congregational Church, Topsfield, June 26, 1964
Photo taken 61 years ago today,
Topsfield, Massachusetts, USA
The fourth structure was built in 1759. The Paul Revere bell which still rings from the church steeple was originally hung in the fourth building that was renovated in 1817 to accommodate the bell. In 1842, the meetinghouse was replaced by the present Greek Revival style building. Alterations and additions to this building include the curved section at the rear added in 1853 for the vestry and choir loft and the stained glass memorial windows installed in 1891. Subsequent alterations in 1967-68 added the chancel, the side entry, and extensions to either side of the front to allow safe stairs to the balcony. In the 1990’s the structure was made ADA compliant, and in 2006-2007, a major timber-framing project restored the steeple and bell tower.
Congregational Church, Topsfield, June 26, 1964
Photo taken 61 years ago today,
Topsfield, Massachusetts, USA
The fourth structure was built in 1759. The Paul Revere bell which still rings from the church steeple was originally hung in the fourth building that was renovated in 1817 to accommodate the bell. In 1842, the meetinghouse was replaced by the present Greek Revival style building. Alterations and additions to this building include the curved section at the rear added in 1853 for the vestry and choir loft and the stained glass memorial windows installed in 1891. Subsequent alterations in 1967-68 added the chancel, the side entry, and extensions to either side of the front to allow safe stairs to the balcony. In the 1990’s the structure was made ADA compliant, and in 2006-2007, a major timber-framing project restored the steeple and bell tower.