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Church records, 1689-1845

 Item — Reel: 1

Scope and Contents

The records in this volume include meeting minutes, confessions, covenants, correspondence, and membership records. Also found in this collection are records of births, deaths, marriages, and baptisms. Of particular note are records pertaining to the witchcraft hysteria, including records of Martha Kory's [sic] excommunication from the church for witchcraft, and the confession and apology of witchcraft accuser Anne Putnam, made 10 years after the controversy.

Dates

  • 1689-1845

Restrictions on Access

Access to this collection is unrestricted and open to the public.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.02 Cubic Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

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

Repository Details

Part of the Congregational Library & Archives Repository

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