Church of the Incarnation
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“During the nineteenth century, it was customary for Episcopal churches (at least in New York) to meet their expenses with a system of pew rentals. Certain pews were kept open for visitors and those who could not afford to pay, but most churches went a step further and set up mission chapels, where the pews were either free or rented for a very low figure. This church had its beginnings in just such a chapel.”

The sacristy door and organ are at the end of the aisle on the right.
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