The congregation began in 1842 as a church for the summer guests of the Port Washington Pavilion Hotel. Having outgrown its original location, the congregation moved to its present location in 1886. The sanctuary was designed by renowned architects Hastings and Carrere of New York (also known for their work on the New York Public Library). The historic building has been carefully preserved and restored over the course of its 124-year span.
While it began as a small, country church, it has kept pace with the expansion of the community over the years and remains a place of hospitality for those from all walks of life. It is a place of welcome for all, with a focus on education, community outreach and growth in faith.