Postcard of the New North Church showing the slave galleries

Postcard of the New North Church showing the slave galleries

This item is a postcard depicting the interior of the New North Church in Hingham, Mass. at an unknown date. The pews and doors on the first floor can be seen, as well as the clock and flags above them. Above the first floor is an ornate organ as well as seating that was originally created for slaves and people of color. A large chandelier is hanging from the ceiling.

Christianity

Churches

Architecture

Race discrimination

Slavery

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Hingham (Mass.)