Christ Church Historical Sign - Cambridge, MA
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Christ Church in Cambridge, is an Episcopal Church that once was occupied by General Washington and used for the Continental Army, and later attended by George and Martha Washington for services.
Waymark Code: WM7Q4W
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 11/21/2009
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In Cambridge, on Garden Street, next to the Cambridge Common, is the Christ Church, an Episcopal Church that has been in Cambridge for a long time. On the outside, there is a white plaque that has a summary of the history that took place there. It reads:
Historical
CHRIST CHURCH was Established in 1759 as a Mission of the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts to Minister to Church of England Families in Cambridge and to Students of Harvard College.
The Architect was Peter Harrison
The First Service was Held October 15, 1761
The First Minister was the Reverend East Apthorp
At the Time of the Revolution Most of the Congregation Followed the British Army to Nova Scotia and the Building was used by General Washington to shelter Troops.
George and Martha Washington Worshipped Here December 31, 1775
While a Student at Harvard College President Theodore Roosevelt Served as a Sunday School Instructor.
The church's website, referenced below, has more historical information.
The current building is a wooden structure painted grey with white and black trimming.
Agency Responsible for Placement: Other (Place below)
Agency Responsible for Placement (if not in list above): Christ Church (Episcopal) Cambridge
Year Placed: Unknown
County: Middlesex
City/Town Name: Cambridge
Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]
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