The First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton is based in this 1905 neo-gothic structure designed by the architectural firm of Cram, Goodhue & Ferguson.

Houses of worship were an important component of the community as West Newton developed. As congregations grew, they needed larger meeting places.  In the early 20th century, two churches were built in gothic revival style. The First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton, located at 1326 Washington Street, was designed by the prominent architectural firm of Cram, Goodhue & Ferguson and built in 1905. Prior to the completion of this building, the Unitarians had met in several other buildings in West Newton, including the Railroad Hotel.

The congregational church, the Second Church of Newton, was originally located on Washington Street. In 1916 construction was completed of a significant Gothic Revival sanctuary with stained glass windows and a tall ornamented spire at 60 Highland Street, just south of the village center. The spire is a visible landmark for travelers, whether by car, rail or on foot.

To the west of the village center, St. Bernard's Church and Rectory at 1515-29 Washington Street is a Newton City Landmark.  The Myrtle Baptist Church at 21 Curve Street has been a center for the African-American community in Newton since the 1870s.