The Evolution of Spiritual Communities

27 Pleasant Street,Gloucester MA 01930

17 July, 2021

Description

Walking Tour Learn about the histories and complex relationships among the spiritual communities that evolved in Gloucester over its 400-year history on this tour to eight places of worship (or their former locations). From the time of the earliest English settlers, the church was the center of community life, yet for nearly two hundred years there was only one denomination to choose from: Congregational. In a very short period of time, as immigration patterns shifted in the 19th century, choices blossomed as people of many different religious preferences—among them Universalists, Unitarians, Baptists, Methodists, Catholics and Jews—established themselves on Cape Ann. Guided tours last about 1½ hours; participants should be comfortable being on their feet for that amount of time. Cost is $10 for CAM members and $20 for Non-members. Not a member? Join today! Space is limited; reservations required. Call (978)283-0455 x110 or email [email protected] for details. Not a member of the Museum? Join now Upon arrival, you will need to show your reservation confirmation (either printed or on a mobile device). By making a reservation, you agree to the following guidelines: Participants must wear a mask or face-covering at all times.Please respect and maintain a distance of six feet or more between unrelated groups.Dogs are not permittedIf you or anyone in your group feels unwell or has symptoms of COVID-19, please visit the Museum another day.Robert Stephenson (1935-2015), Our Lady of Good Voyage, Gloucester, 1996, oil on canvas. Gift of Richard J. Stephenson and family, 2016. Collection of the Cape Ann Museum. [Accession # 2016.056]