What’s Happening at Old North

Been There, Done That: How Our History Shows What We Can Overcome

In his new book, Been There, Done That, Professor Greg Jackson argues that while today’s political climate may be dark, these aren’t as unprecedented times as we may think. Our nation’s past is full of massive upheaval, disagreement, and departures from the moral high ground. The political “gentlemanly conduct” of yesteryear is no more than a myth. But that reality never allowed our worst historical selves to defeat our better angels.

Resistance History with Tad Stoermer & Special Guests

The panel discussion will re-examine resistance movements from U.S. history and consider the role that resistance continues to play in our country.

Copies of Tad’s new book, A Resistance History of the United States, will be available for purchase onsite. Doors will open at 6pm, and the talk will start at 6:30pm. We expect a full house, and parties of fewer than four should expect to share a box pew with other guests.

Choral Evensong

Evensong is one of the treasures of the Anglican liturgical tradition, dating to the first Book of Common Prayer in 1549. It is cherished by cathedrals and small parish churches alike at the close of the day.

Choral Evensong at Old North features music by the church’s professional and volunteer choir and prayers offered by the vicar and clergy.

July 4th at Old North

Join us for our annual Independence Day celebration! Throughout the day, there will be dramatic readings of the Declaration of Independence in the sanctuary, complete with booing and hissing at the mention of the king.

In our courtyard, the delightful musical duo Tripp and Toddy will entertain visitors with period music and stage a “duel to the death.” We will also offer guided tours of Old North’s crypt, where 1,100 people are laid to rest, and bell ringing chamber, where Paul Revere rang bells as a teenager. 

Grand Opening of Ye Olde Pepper Candy Pantry

Something sweet is coming to Old North’s campus! On July 1, Ye Olde Pepper Candy Companie will open a pop-up shop and history experience in the 1715 Clough House, a historic brick building located behind Old North Church.  

Ye Olde Pepper Candy Companie is the oldest candy company in America. The company’s signature candies, the Salem Gibralter and the Black Jack, are recognized as the first candies ever sold commercially in the United States. 

Sunday Services

Our Sunday services follow the liturgies in the Episcopal Church’s Book of Common Prayer, supplemented by a rich array of resources from across our Anglican tradition, especially the Church of England and the Anglican Church of Canada, as well as our Lutheran full communion partners.

Most Sundays we celebrate the Holy Eucharist, also called Holy Communion or the Mass. Choral Matins (traditional Anglican Morning Prayer) is offered several times a year. Lessons & Carols are held in Advent and Epiphany.