1887 - Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Moruya, NSW
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Tuena
S 35° 54.589 E 150° 04.730
56H E 236386 N 6022110
The cornerstone is near the front of the church.
Waymark Code: WMDRDA
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 02/18/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
Views: 2

The church was built of local granite from a quarry that in later years would supply stone for the construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

The cornerstone was placed on 21st August 1887 as part of the foundation ceremony for the church. Immediately below the cornerstone is a brass plaque which was placed on 3rd October 1987 to celebrate the church's centenary.
Year of construction: 1887

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Full inscription:
A.D. 1887.


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