Built in 1843, it is the second oldest congregation of the Brethren in the United States, and was established in this area in 1720 when Peter Becker, who led the Brethren to America in 1714, built this meetinghouse.

[2] This meetinghouse reflects the belief in simplicity held by the Brethren and similar Pietist and Anabaptist churches in early America.

The interior is equally simple and is without an altar, lectern, pulpit, candle, or stained glass.

The central piece of furniture is the Liebsmaltisch, or Love Feast Table, which is used for the Lovefeast on Maundy Thursday.

The historic site is located on Maple Avenue in Harleysville, next to the Indian Valley YMCA.