The first entry in the diary of young Abbie F. Lawrence of Bridgewater is dated Feb. 1, 1874: “Converted at Raynham Mass.” The next entry on Feb. 3 states, “Came home to Bridgewater.” And ...

In 1906, the Methodist Episcopal congregation relocated the 24-by-30-foot wooden structure to Fourth Avenue East near Shoshone Street, across the street from City Park. The building was moved ...