Spencer in Worcester County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
First Congregational Church
Destroyed by fire January 1862
Rebuilt in April 1863 to accommodate
600 worshipers.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Colonial Era. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1862.
Location. 42° 14.774′ N, 71° 59.334′ W. Marker is in Spencer, Massachusetts, in Worcester County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (Massachusetts Route 9) and Main Street Terrace, on the left when traveling north on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Spencer MA 01562, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Denny Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); George Washington Memorial Highway (within shouting distance of this marker); Soldier’s Monument (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Spencer Civil War Monument (about 400 feet away); Vietnam Memorial (about 400 feet away); Prouty Park (about 400 feet away); Spencer 9/11 Memorial (about 400 feet away); Donald B. Mandeville Sr. (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Spencer.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 23, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 23, 2022, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 262 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 23, 2022, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.