Old North End in Burlington in Chittenden County, Vermont — The American Northeast (New England)
First Unitarian Universalist Society Meeting House
Photographed By Kevin Craft, September 12, 2016
1. First Unitarian Universalist Society Meeting House Marker
Designed by noted architect Peter Banner of Boston, the Federal-style Meeting House was built in 1816 for the First Congregational Society (Unitarian) and is the oldest surviving place of worship in Burlington. Banner's design features a projecting square tower with octagonal belfry in front of the two-story brick nave. It was renovated in 1845 to reflect the Greek Revival style, retaining the tower's original design aesthetic. Its location and design have made the Meeting House one of the most recognized and significant historic landmarks in Burlington. In 1982 following a merger of the Unitarians and Universalists, the congregation voted to become the First Unitarian Universalist Society of Burlington.
Erected 2016 by Vermont Division for Historic Preservation.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Unitarian Universalism (UUism) series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1816.
Location. 44° 28.834′ N, 73° 12.756′ W. Marker is in Burlington, Vermont, in Chittenden County. It is in Old North End. Marker is at the intersection of Pearl Street and Church Street, on the right when traveling west on Pearl Street. Touch for map
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Church Street Marketplace (a few steps from this marker); The Meeting House (within shouting distance of this marker); Masonic Temple (within shouting distance of this marker); Neighbors Helping Neighbors (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Family and Religious Life (about 700 feet away); 103 Church Street (approx. 0.2 miles away); Saint-Joseph Parish (approx. ¼ mile away); Howard Bank Building (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Burlington.
Photographed By Kevin Craft, September 12, 2016
2. Wideview of First Unitarian Universalist Society Meeting House Marker
Photographed By Kevin Craft, September 12, 2016
3. First Unitarian Universalist Society Meeting House
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 13, 2016, by Kevin Craft of Bedford, Quebec. This page has been viewed 328 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 13, 2016, by Kevin Craft of Bedford, Quebec.
