Saving Bloomfield Presbyterian Church On The Green: Local Event

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of Sanctuary on the Green Arts, Cultural and Community Alliance. Find out how to post announcements or events to your local Patch site.

The Sanctuary on the Green Arts, Cultural and Community (SOTG) Alliance, a New Jersey nonprofit and a 501(c)(3) organization, is proud to announce its inaugural lecture titled "Building and Saving the Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green" to be held on Tuesday, December 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the historic Sanctuary of the Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green.

The lecture will shed light on the remarkable history, architecture, and preservation efforts surrounding the Sanctuary of the Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green, a historically significant landmark dating to 1796. This event will be a platform for attendees to delve into the past, present, and future of this cherished Bloomfield icon.

Hosted in partnership with the Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green, the lecture will be presented by Mark Alan Hewitt, a distinguished scholar-architect nationally recognized for his expertise in historic preservation and architectural history. Hewitt brings a wealth of knowledge and a passionate commitment to the preservation of heritage buildings in New Jersey.

The Sanctuary of the Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green stands as a testament to the town's rich history, but it has faced challenges that threaten its legacy. This lecture will discuss what went into designing and building the Sanctuary over 200 years ago, why it is uniquely worth saving, and what it will take to preserve it for future generations.

"We're thrilled to co-host an event that highlights the immense historical value of the historic Sanctuary of the Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green," said Mark Szep, president of the SOTG Alliance.

“Community involvement and support built the Sanctuary in the first place,” says Pastor Ruth Boling, “and will be essential in preserving it for future generations.”

The lecture is sponsored by Councilman Rich Rockwell, Bloomfield’s Historic Preservation Commission, The Szep and Leo Families, and DiscoverURhistory."

This event is open to the public and welcomes all who are passionate about history, preservation, and community engagement. Donations on the day of the lecture will be accepted to defray costs.

Event Details: Building and Saving the Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green

• Date and Time: Tuesday, December 12th, 2023 at 7:30 PM
• Location: Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green, 147 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
• For more information, visit https://sanctuaryonthegreen.org

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