The Church Book, 1736-1855, 1907
Scope and Contents
These records contain primarily membership records, including admissions, dismissions, baptisms, and marriages. It also has minutes of church meetings and ecclesiastical councils, particularly when the topics discussed pertain to the conduct of church members.
Dates
- Record Keeping: 1736-1855
- 1907
Restrictions on Access
Access to this collection is unrestricted and open to the public.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.68 Cubic Feet (2 boxes, 3 reels)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Location of Originals
This volume is an early twentieth-century photographic reproduction of the original volume using color copies of the original pages. During this process, the original was disbound. It is unknown if the original survives today.
Digital Copies
These church records were digitized as part of the New England's Hidden Histories project. Digital reproductions are available to view online.
Creator
- From the Collection: First Congregational Church (Mattapoisett, Mass.) (Organization)
- From the Collection: Second Church (Rochester, Mass.) (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Congregational Library & Archives Repository