Our History
We Celebrate a Rich History Going On For More Than 235 Years.
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For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction,
that through endurance and through the encouragement
of the Scriptures we might have hope.
Romans 15:4
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The Presbyterian Church in New Scotland was founded in 1787, as a mission church on the frontier established by the Presbytery of Suffolk. The original church was completely rebuilt in 1846, using some of the original timbers and parts of the original foundation; the church was enlarged in 1849 to accommodate additional pews.
In 1883, a 1,000-pound Meneely church bell from Troy was installed, and in 1916 a new Estey organ was installed; both the bell and the organ are still used each Sunday for our worship service. In 1949, the Voorheesville Presbyterian Church merged with ours and brought a beautiful stained glass window of an angel that still stands behind our pulpit (pictured right). In 1957, a new education wing was built, and in 2003 our building was modified to be completely handicap-accessible, including a "Barrier Free" wheelchair lift (elevator). For more than 240 years New Scotland has prided itself on reaching out to the community, both near and far. In 1899, the first public chicken dinner was held for the community; these days we host barbecues in the spring and fall. We serve several hundred meals at our dinners. We are known as a friendly, family-oriented church and are proud to be part of the long tradition of serving the New Scotland community. 
Above painting by F.A. Widgeman, dedicated to Jane Blessing in appreciation of her many hours of devoted service to New Scotland Presbyterian Church.
This painting shows the church before the addition was built. 
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Above painting by Winn, presented to the Presbyterian Church
in New Scotland in recognition of Mrs. Jane Blessing and her many years of faithful service by her fellow teachers and friends. 
Above painting by Winn, given in memory of Sam and Kay Youmans.
Above drawing by Congregant Margaret Ewart.
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