Catedral Evangelica Reformada

Catedral Evangelica Reformada

First Reformed Church

Catedral Evangelica Reformada, originally the First Reformed Church, was built in 1873. It is a final exemplar of the early Gothic Revival architecture in Newark which displays a delicate transition into the architecture of Victorian era. It features a remarkable corner tower.

1873

extant

The church was formed by a merger many decades ago of two prominent reformed congregations from Clinton Avenue. The building currently houses Iglesia Roca de Salvacion.

Gordon, Mark W., and Anthony Schuman, editors. Newark Landmark Treasures: A Guide to the Landmark Buildings, Parks, Public Art & Historic Districts in New Jersey’s Metropolis. Newark Preservation and Landmarks Committee, 2016, p. 49.

Herman, Jennifer. New Jersey Encyclopedia,(Hamburg, MI: State history publications), 2008, p.205.

National Register of Historic Places, Cathedral Evangelica Reformada, Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, National Register #72000773.

Gothic Revival