St. Mary's Episcopal Church (Brooklyn)

St. Mary's Episcopal Church
Location 230 Classon Ave., Brooklyn, New York
Coordinates 40°41′34″N 73°57′40″W / 40.69278°N 73.96111°W / 40.69278; -73.96111Coordinates: 40°41′34″N 73°57′40″W / 40.69278°N 73.96111°W / 40.69278; -73.96111
Area less than one acre
Built 1858
Architect Auchmuty, Richard T.
Architectural style Gothic Revival
NRHP reference # 83001701[1]
Significant dates
Added to NRHP July 21, 1983
Designated NYCL October 27, 1981

St. Mary's Episcopal Church is an historic Episcopal church at 230 Classon Avenue in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, New York, New York. It was built in 1858 in the Gothic Revival style. It is constructed of Belleville brownstone. It features a square tower with polygonal extension and a broach spire. The Johnson Memorial Parish House was built in 1892. Also on the property is the rectory; a ​2 1⁄2-story brick house with a mansard roof and large oriel window.[2]

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.[1]

Parishioners are largely Anglicans of West Indian descent. Community events include concerts, flea markets, brunches, classes, and lectures. In July 2011, the Sacristy of the Church was renovated.

High Altar, St. Mary's Church, Brooklyn NY

References

  1. 1 2 National Park Service (2009-03-13). "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service.
  2. ↑ Larry E. Gobrecht (August 1982). "National Register of Historic Places Registration:St. Mary's Episcopal Church". New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Retrieved 2011-02-20. See also: "Accompanying six photos".


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