First Church of Christ, Congregational

The First Church of Christ stands at 75 Main Street with Greek Revival architecture features, a side entry, and a prominent steeple reaching into the Connecticut sky.

Built in 1771 by Judah Woodruff, the church received National Historic Landmark status in 1975 for its role in sheltering Amistad Africans before their return to Africa.

The church building served as a central meeting point for both religious services and civic gatherings, with the Mende Africans attending services in the left balcony.

Located in the Farmington Historic District, the church holds Sunday worship services at 10 AM and maintains active choir programs for community participation.

The structure remains the sole original Congregational church in Connecticut featuring a colonial New England side entry design, distinguishing it from other period buildings.

Location: Farmington

Inception: 1771

Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture

Part of: Farmington Historic District

Address: 75 Main Street 06032 06032

Website: https://firstchurch1652.org

GPS coordinates: 41.72059,-72.82974

Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:40