united first parish church

Tappy Feet

The guides were quite incredible. They were so passionate and really informative. Whilst being in the John Adams pew was a real treat, and all the history in the Church was really fascinating, we then went downstairs to the crypt. As we looked through the grill the guilde opened the gate and we all were able to walk around the graves - what a surprising and powerful experience. Whilst we really enjoyed the Adams national park, we really enjoyed this experience most of all. Don't miss it.

pamh345

This tour was given by a volunteer and took about 30 minutes to go round the main church, pews and alter, followed by the Presidents crypt where John and John Quincy Adams and their wives are buried. Knowledgable guide and interesting to see the flags with the different numbers of states in the unions between the two deaths. The church has an amazing ceiling. Great complementary trip to the national park. Suggested donation of $4. It's still a working parish church.

EIKOOC

It's breathtaking to see the actual crypts of the two presidents and first ladies. So solemn and serene. Our excellent guide, Deb, did a wonderful job with the limited time we had, to point out the beauty and history of the church. She answered all questions and added to a very moving experience. Prior to visiting the church, we took the tours at Adams National Historical Park. Definitely worth doing it all.

Mantle22

I loved this place because it is the one of the very few if not the only place where you can touch the tombs of Presidents: John and John Quincy Adams, and their wives, Abigail and Louisa Catherine Adams. You'll never get a chance like this anywhere else. Just make sure that you go during the open season of May-October.

485terrym

After touring Adams National Historic Park, this church next door is worth a quick visit. Besides the dome, the church itself isn't that interesting on the inside. But you get to see the crypt of the Adams family.There is a suggested donation of $4. Some reviews complain about being forced to donate, but I got the impression it was up to me.

Hoosiercritic

While the church and its history are of themselves interesting, the chief attraction is the crypt, where Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams and their wives are buried. A guide did a fine job explaining the history of the church and of the burial of the two presidents. If you're visiting the Adams National Historical Park this church is just a block away, and well worthwhile.

ctree31

Had some time after the tour of the Adams' homesteads so headed down the street to tour the church. About a 5 minute walk from the Park Visitor's Center. There were only four of us on our tour so we were able to engage in conversation with the guide as we toured. Main attraction is the crypt downstairs where John Adams and John Quincy Adams and their wives are laid to rest. The church itself is an interesting trip back in history with the old pews and some pretty amazing architecture given when it was built. Do the tour if you have the time after doing the National Park Tour.

robertmT3930GA

It is criminal for a private concern to be allowed to highjack a National treasure such as the graves of 2 presidents and refuse to allow anyone to even take a picture of the graves without a "contribution" to a supposedly religious organization. I have been to every presidential grave in the country and every time I have asked if I could just take a picture of the grave, the answer has been "yes." Not so here. These people require a $4 "contribution" and a 30 min tour of their building. I am thankful I already have a picture from several years ago of this grave but I took my son this summer and he was not able to see it apart from a forced "contribution" to a religious organization. Money hungry creeps.

JulieO381

This is the church where 2 Presidents are burried. It is a lovely building with an illustrious history. The $4 entrance fee is a bargain for a guided tour.

NKTraveler10

We were the only visitors to the church and there were two tour guides. Not crowded at all. Lots of history here. Both John Adams and John Quincy Adams, along with their wives are buried here. Donation only

553graemem

I'm really echoing what others have to say, that visitors to Quincy should definitely see the Adams National Historic Park first, and to get the full story, see UFPC, which JQ Adams attended.The previous church on the site was attended by John Adams and John Hancock; the minister was Hancock's father. The church has tremendous history going back to the 1600s. UFPC is a very short walk from the NPS visitor center. While you are at UFPC, don't miss the Burying Ground across the street... and check out the map of the graves on Google (outstanding!). The city of Quincy is improving the greensward in front of the church, so that it will no longer be link the Indy 500, and it will become a calmer, greener location.If you haven't had enough Adamsiana by then, check out the Dorothy Quincy House and the Quincy House - but they have very limited opening times.

tffob3

Living in Quincy, Ma. for many years it was long past time to see what visitors come from far away to see. This was one of many stops along the historical tour offered by The Park Service which we took and one of the most interesting. To actually be where two former presidents and their wives are buried was impressive. History is so much a part of Quincy that it becomes part of the residents daily lives. To see where the presidents worshiped is worth the visit. The small donation is well worth it considering what you are able to see.

MMG781

As the parish member mentioned, the only time you can sit where a president sat. Specifically in the Adam's pew. The crypts where the Adams were buried were very interesting as well. The architecture of the church was amazing.

WileyCox

United First Parish Church has much to offer, from the wonderful visitor's program to the active community of churchgoers that meet here every Sunday morning at 10:30am. They are a vibrant and eclectic community dedicated to social justice, community outreach and promoting the history of this amazing church.

MrLorin

Just took a tour here on Saturday at noon. This was the first tour of the day. The suggested donation was $4.00 per person, which I gladly paid. The church is both beautiful and historical. The tour guide gives you information about the history of the church, and the background of the Adams family. John Adams and John Quincy Adams, the second and fifth presidents of the United States, are buried in a crypt in the basement that you visit at the end of the tour. During the beginning of the talk, you sit in one of the church pews. My girlfriend and I happened to sit in the very pew designated for these two presidents when they attended church service on Sunday long ago. We are both glad to have visited the United First Parish Church in Quincy, Massachusetts.