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2003 Historic Homes Tour
Part 6: First United Methodist Church
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This imposing brick church built in 1869-74 replaced an 1832 church that was burned accidentally in 1864.  Union army soldiers confiscated the church to use as a barracks and a hospital during the Civil War.

The communion table and rail are original to the first church and were rescued from the fire.

During modifications in 1899, the belfry was topped with the spire and cross.  The brick church was covered with stucco during the same project.  Angel heads adorning the front doors are original to the church.  Additional angel heads at the windows were added in 1899.


120 Greene Street

The baptismal font was given in memory of druggist and community leader John Lewis Rison.

608 Franklin Street
506 Franklin Street

516 Eustis Avenue

1201 Randolph Avenue

111 Calhoun Street

First United Methodist Church

205 Lincoln Street

©2003 Jean Brandau, licensed to About.com
Photo ©2003 Jean Brandau, licensed to About.com

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