Newman Congregational Church

Newman Congregational Church stands as a two-story wooden structure with a high brick basement at 100 Newman Avenue in East Providence, Rhode Island.

Established in 1643 when the area was part of Rehoboth, Massachusetts, the congregation moved into the current building constructed in 1810, making it Rhode Island's oldest Congregational organization.

The congregation maintains records of religious and community activities at the Rhode Island Historical Society, documenting centuries of local spiritual development.

The church holds regular worship services on Sunday mornings and opens its doors for public visits during the second Sunday of each month from March through December.

The building underwent structural modifications in 1890 when it was elevated onto a foundation, and the original dual side entrances were replaced with a single front portico.

Location: East Providence

GPS coordinates: 41.84111,-71.35083

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25