First Congregational Church and Parsonage

The First Congregational Church is a colonial-style building with three bays, a central entrance, and tall windows that allow light throughout the interior. A square tower tops the structure and houses a belfry with louvered openings for the bells to sound.

The congregation was founded in 1653 and received financial support from William Pepperrell Sr. for construction of the current building in 1730. The property later expanded to include a parsonage from 1729 and another built in 1910.

The burial ground reflects the lives of ordinary residents and notable figures from Kittery's past through its varied gravestones. Many stones show the craftsmanship of different periods and tell stories about the people who shaped the community.

The site sits in Kittery Point near the Piscataqua River and is reachable on foot via local roads. The grounds are open to visitors and the cemetery can be explored at any time.

The cemetery is enclosed by a stone wall from the 18th century that borders three sides of the grounds. An iron gate from 1910 marks the main entrance and distinguishes the space from the surrounding area.

Location: Kittery

GPS coordinates: 43.08167,-70.71556

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:21