History of the Old Stone Church
Old Stone Church. Photographer: Gwen Dubeau
The Old Stone Church was built in Massachusetts in the United States in 1891 to replace the Baptist Church that were destroyed by a fire in the early 1890′s.
Old Stone Church. Photographer: Gwen Dubeau
The church’s last baptist service was held in April of 1902. On April 13, 1973 the Old Stone Church was declared a national landmark. On June 27, 1974 the state awarded $87,000 to reinforce the walls and roof of the church. The following month, the roof and three walls of the church collapsed. The church was rebuilt and completed in 1977 to what it is today. The Old Stone Church remains a wonderful example of heritage, lending special beauty, attracting many people for viewing, walking and weddings.
Wachusett Reservoir. Photographer: Gwen Dubeau
From 1896 to 1905 the town of West Boylston built Wachusett Reservoir, demolishing the mills and farmland around it. In June 1897, the Metropolitan Water Board gave $22,500 for the loss of the church and construction of the reservoir.
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