St. Mary’s in the Newton Patch

Local historian Allison Carter has written an article on St. Mary’s for the Local Patch. You can read the full article here:

http://newton.patch.com/articles/newtons-oldest-church-st-marys-episcopal

Newton’s Oldest Church: St. Mary’s Episcopal St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Newton Lower Falls has been a cornerstone in the community for nearly two centuries.

“Newton’s oldest church, St. Mary’s Episcopal, is nestled in the village of Newton Lower Falls near the Wellesley border. When Route 95 was constructed, its course went straight through Newton Lower Falls, destroying many of the historic buildings located in the old mill village. St. Mary’s is a notable survivor of this period of destruction, and a jewel of the village…”