Second Church in Boston
Second Church in Boston, Colonial Revival church at Beacon Street, Boston, United States.
The Second Church in Boston features classical architectural elements with symmetrical windows, columns, and a prominent white steeple at 874 Beacon Street.
The congregation established in 1649 moved several times before settling in this Ralph Adams Cram designed building constructed in 1914.
The church maintains records of marriages, deaths, and community activities dating back to its early years, documenting Boston's social evolution.
The Second Church building earned recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010, preserving its architectural legacy for future generations.
Ralph Waldo Emerson served as junior pastor from 1829 to 1832, marking a significant period before his emergence as a Transcendentalist leader.
Location: Boston
Architects: Ralph Adams Cram
Architectural style: Colonial Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.34708,-71.10500
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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