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Old South Church Collection

The Old South Church in Boston, Massachusetts holds a rich history that spans centuries

Background imageOld South Church Collection: The Old South Church (i.e. Old South Meeting House), Boston, c1900. Creator: Unknown

The Old South Church (i.e. Old South Meeting House), Boston, c1900. Creator: Unknown
The Old South Church (i.e. Old South Meeting House), Boston, c1900

Background imageOld South Church Collection: The Old South Church, Boston, Massachusetts (engraving)

The Old South Church, Boston, Massachusetts (engraving)
3626330 The Old South Church, Boston, Massachusetts (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old South Church, Boston, Massachusetts)

Background imageOld South Church Collection: Old South Church, Boston (b / w photo)

Old South Church, Boston (b / w photo)
5989109 Old South Church, Boston (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old South Church, Boston)

Background imageOld South Church Collection: The Great Fire at Boston (engraving)

The Great Fire at Boston (engraving)
1589039 The Great Fire at Boston (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Fire at Boston)

Background imageOld South Church Collection: Old South Church (engraving)

Old South Church (engraving)
967094 Old South Church (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old South Church. Illustration for The World its Cities and Peoples by Edwin Hopper (Cassell)

Background imageOld South Church Collection: Burning of Old South Church, Bath, Maine, c. 1854. Creator: John Hilling

Burning of Old South Church, Bath, Maine, c. 1854. Creator: John Hilling
Burning of Old South Church, Bath, Maine, c. 1854

Background imageOld South Church Collection: Old South Church, Boston, c1897. Creator: Unknown

Old South Church, Boston, c1897. Creator: Unknown
Old South Church, Boston, c1897. Gothic Revival style church, designed by Charles Amos Cummings and Willard T. Sears, completed in 1873, From " A Tour Through the New World America"

Background imageOld South Church Collection: BOSTON: OLD SOUTH CHURCH. Old South Church at Boston, Massachusetts. Photographed c1890

BOSTON: OLD SOUTH CHURCH. Old South Church at Boston, Massachusetts. Photographed c1890

Background imageOld South Church Collection: WHITEFIELD: MONUMENT. Monument to English evangelist George Whitefield (1714-1770)

WHITEFIELD: MONUMENT. Monument to English evangelist George Whitefield (1714-1770) in Old South Church, Newburyport, Masachusetts. Wood engraving, American, 1854

Background imageOld South Church Collection: BOSTON: SOUTH CHURCH. The Old South Church, Boston, Massachusetts. Wood engraving, American, 1876

BOSTON: SOUTH CHURCH. The Old South Church, Boston, Massachusetts. Wood engraving, American, 1876

Background imageOld South Church Collection: OLD SOUTH CHURCH. At Newburyport, Masachusetts, where George Whitefield (1714-1770)

OLD SOUTH CHURCH. At Newburyport, Masachusetts, where George Whitefield (1714-1770) preached and where he was buried. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

Background imageOld South Church Collection: Old South Church, WIndsor, Vermont, New England, United States of America, North America

Old South Church, WIndsor, Vermont, New England, United States of America, North America


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The Old South Church in Boston, Massachusetts holds a rich history that spans centuries. Through various engravings and photographs, we catch glimpses of its enduring presence. In an engraving titled "The Old South Church, Boston, Massachusetts, " the church stands tall and proud amidst a bustling cityscape. Its iconic spire reaches towards the heavens as if calling upon divine blessings for all who enter its doors. A black and white photograph captures another angle of this architectural marvel. The image showcases the intricate details of the church's facade, highlighting its grandeur even in monochrome. However, not all moments captured are joyous ones. An engraving depicting "The Great Fire at Boston" shows flames engulfing nearby buildings while Old South Church stands resiliently against the inferno. It serves as a symbol of hope amidst devastation—a testament to human resilience in times of crisis. Another engraving solely dedicated to Old South Church showcases it in all its glory. The artist skillfully portrays every archway and stained glass window with meticulous precision—capturing both the physical beauty and spiritual significance within those hallowed walls. Interestingly, there is also evidence of another Old South Church located in Bath, Maine during 1854. John Hilling's artwork depicts this structure ablaze—an unfortunate fate that befell many historic buildings throughout history. Returning to Boston, an unknown photographer captures yet another snapshot circa 1897. This particular image exudes tranquility as sunlight bathes the church's exterior—a serene moment frozen in time. Amidst these visual records lies evidence of tragedy—the ruins left behind by a devastating fire that swept through Washington Street after 1872. Amongst these remnants stand remnants from which one can still glimpse the silhouette of Old South Church—an indomitable reminder that beauty can emerge from destruction. Photographed around 1890 is yet another view capturing this architectural gem known as "Old South Church.