In addition to the buildings, the First Parish grounds include much of the large park-like area next to Baker’s Pond. This area is ideal for outdoor events — weddings, receptions, and the like.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 210
The Sanctuary/Auditorium, which is on the upper floor and accessible by public elevator, can accommodate up to 210 people in its antique pews. In the early years of the nation, this was where Town Meetings were held, as well as worship services. Today, this grand space is decorated in a calming, religiously neutral manner — suitable for many activities, secular or religious.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Theater
Capacity: 210 People
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 25
Next to the meetinghouse is the parish house, which we call the “U House.” It is also available for rentals. It can accommodate up to 25 people for meetings. A small kitchen is available there as well.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Reception
Capacity: 25 People
General Event Space
| Maximum Capacity: 220
The Vestry, which is the multi-purpose space, is on the ground floor. It can be set up for events with or without chairs or tables. Depending on the setup, it can accommodate about 100 people with tables, and up to about 220 without. There is a kitchen adjacent to the Vestry.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Banquet - 10 per
Capacity: 100 People
Reception
Capacity: 220 People