First Church of Christ in New Haven | Center Church On The Green CT
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Description: Center Church-on-the-Green, located in New Haven, Connecticut, is a historic Congregational church situated on the New Haven Green. Officially known as the First Church of Christ in New Haven, it was founded in 1639 by the Puritan settlers of the New Haven Colony. The current building, a stunning example of Federal-style architecture, was completed in 1814 and designed by architect Ithiel Town. The church is renowned for its elegant steeple, classical façade, and its unique basement crypt, which houses gravestones from the 17th and 18th centuries. Center Church-on-the-Green remains an active place of worship and a significant historical landmark, reflecting New Haven's colonial heritage and architectural beauty.