Presbyterian Church at Bound Brook facts for kids
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Presbyterian Church at Bound Brook
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 Location in Somerset County, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Location | 409 Mountain Avenue, Bound Brook, New Jersey |
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| Area | 0.8 acres (0.32 ha) |
| Built | 1896 |
| Architect | Oscar Schutte Teale |
| Architectural style | Late 19th century Eclecticism |
| NRHP reference No. | 07000876 |
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| Added to NRHP | August 28, 2007 |
The Presbyterian Church at Bound Brook is a very old and important church building. You can find it at 409 Mountain Avenue in Bound Brook, Somerset County, New Jersey. The group of people who attend this church, called a congregation, started way back in the 1700s. This makes it one of the oldest church groups in New Jersey!
The church building itself was finished in 1896. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 28, 2007. This means it's a special place recognized for its beautiful and important design.
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A Look Inside: The Church's Design
The current church building was built in 1896. It has a mix of cool old styles. These include Tudor Revival and Gothic Revival designs. Imagine castles and old European buildings, and you'll get the idea!
Who Designed This Church?
A person named Oscar Teale designed this church. He was not just an architect; he was also a famous magician! He even worked closely with the legendary escape artist, Harry Houdini. How cool is that?
Beautiful Stained Glass Windows
Inside the church, you can see amazing stained glass windows. These windows were designed by Tiffany, a very famous company known for its beautiful glass art. They add lots of color and light to the church.
A Long History: The Church's Story
The story of this church goes back a long, long time. The first official pastor, or minister, was Reverend Israel Read. He led the church from 1750 to 1793. Before him, other temporary pastors helped out the congregation.
The Old Graveyard
Next to the church is the Old Presbyterian Graveyard. The very first grave recorded here dates back to 1744. The oldest tombstone you can still read today is from 1760. It marks the grave of Catherine Read, who was the baby daughter of Israel and Mary Read.
See More: Church Pictures
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An early postcard showing the church.
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The Old Presbyterian Graveyard with its flag and flowers.
