First Presbyterian Church of Southold research notes
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The First Church of Southold, Long Island research notes consist of 35 loose pages of handwritten notes detailing various meetings held between the church's pastor and its congregates between the years 1752 and 1847.
Historical note
The First Presbyterian Church of Southold was founded in 1640 in the town of Southold, Long Island, New York, and was originally called the First Church of Christ in Southold. The church was officially incorporated in 1784, and in 1832 it united with the Presbytery of Long Island and became known as the First Presbyterian Church of Southold. As of 2011, the church is still active, holding weekly worship services in its early 19th century chapel.
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The First Church of Southold, Long Island research notes consist of 35 loose pages of handwritten notes detailing various meetings held between the church's pastor and its congregates between the years 1752 and 1847. The source of the information contained in the notes and the creator of the notes are unknown.
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Open to researchers without restriction.
Preferred Citation
Identification of item, date (if known); First Presbyterian Church of Southold research notes, 1973.087, Box and Folder number; Brooklyn Historical Society.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of the estate of Selah Young, Jr. Date of acquisition unknown. The notes were formally accessioned in 1973.
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