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Things to do in Massachusetts, United States: The Best Churches & Cathedrals
Discover the best top things to do in Massachusetts, United States including First Congregational Church, Church of the Transfiguration, Old South Presybterian Church, Boston Massachusetts Temple, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, St Paul's Episcopal Church, St Paul's Episcopal Church, Old North Church & Historic Site, Trinity Church, Main Street Congregational Church, King's Chapel.
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1. First Congregational Church
2. Church of the Transfiguration
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 76 reviews
The Church of the Transfiguration is the center of Community of Jesus - an ecumenical Benedictine monastic community located at Rock Harbor on the shores of Cape Cod Bay. The Community follows a daily rhythm of prayer including Eucharist and Liturgy of the Hours (sung in Gregorian chant). Designed by William Rawn Associates of Boston, the Church of the Transfiguration is a contemporary expression of an ancient 4th century style of architecture, and recounts the story of salvation through hand-crafted mosaic and fresco images, bronze, glass, and stone sculpture. The organ is a restoration and expansion of pipework from twelve organs built by the E.M. Skinner Organ Company in the early 20th century. As of 3/15/2020 the Church is CLOSED until further notice. Please check back in a few weeks for updated information.
Reviewed By ChathamMass - Chatham, United States
A visit to the magnificent Church of the Transfiguration in Orleans - this building rivals some of the most impressive cathedrals in the world (in my opinion) and quietly blends into the peaceful community of Rock Harbor, Orleans, Ma. From the waterfall of gold on glass, to the electrifying frescos and meticulous detail throughout the building and community, this amazing place is well worth a visit. Their gift shop offers a variety of locally crafted goods and helps complete your experience.
3. Old South Presybterian Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By 387bradg - Niagara Falls, United States
A treasure trove of interesting historical facts. Jerry our tour guide loves what he does and it showed through and through. The view from the bell tower was the icing on the cake.
4. Boston Massachusetts Temple, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
5. St Paul's Episcopal Church
6. St Paul's Episcopal Church
7. Old North Church & Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,050 reviews
Old North has modified the visitor experience in order to adhere to COVID-19 health & safety guidelines. At this time your admission to Old North includes a specialized group experience that invites you into our iconic church to learn more about both the role we played launching the American Revolution and our deeper legacy as one of our nation’s most revered historic sites. During your visit you will be seated in our unique and original box pews, maintaining a safe distance from other visitors, and hear from our dedicated education staff about the founding of the church in 1723, the remarkable events of April 18, 1775, the Longfellow poem that cemented our place in history, and more about the people and stories that have made Old North the icon it is today. Your admission also includes digital access to interpretive signage and an exclusive online photo gallery to commemorate your visit.
Reviewed By LHShore - Cleveland, United States
The Bell Tower Tour is a great addition to a visit to the Old North Church, the church from which the "two if by sea" lanterns made famous by Henry Longfellow Wadsworth's poem "The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere." In addition to admission to the church which includes an informative presentation by a docent, you also get to climb the stairs to the bell tower. Be warned - the steps are steep and there's curve, but it's manageable unless you really are not able to climb stairs normally. Unfortunately, the stairs are not original to the church, and the minister who hung the lanterns from the bell tower that fateful night climbed a series of internal ladders that no longer exist, but the area you visit on the tour is the area from which the bells are still rung. Additionally, the tour takes you underground, into the original crypt and the docent provides intriguing details about its inhabitants.
8. Trinity Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,016 reviews
This National Historic Landmark, one of America's great buildings, was built in 1877 by architect H.H. Richardson.
Reviewed By vincentdE9094KZ - Dún Laoghaire, Ireland
this is first of all a church and secondly a tourist attraction. there is a charge to go in. If you are interested in arts and crafts - this is heaven - it was built in 1877 by Henry Hobson Richardson. Woodwork in the pews is beautiful with each roundel at the end of the pews being slightly different. every style of leaded glass is represented including some designed by the British artist Edward Burne Jones and executed by his friend William Morris who was the leader of the arts and crafts movement in England. Everywhere you look there is beautiful stonework, glasswork, painted murals or timber carving.
9. Main Street Congregational Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
10. King's Chapel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 492 reviews
Built in 1754, this was the first Anglican church in America; it later became the country's first Unitarian house of worship.
Reviewed By 693chrisv - Cedar Rapids, United States
The inside of the church was broken into small compartments, with separate doors for each compartment. In the olden days, you could purchase a compartment. Beautiful old church, and really enjoyed the prayers at alter that were on beautiful display.
