St. Andrew's United Church - Rossland, BC
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N 49° 04.688 W 117° 47.861
11U E 441747 N 5436447
St. Andrew's United Church is located one block north of Columbia Avenue at 2100 First Ave.
Waymark Code: WMFYV4
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 12/19/2012
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This building was constructed in 1898 as a Presbyterian Church under the direction of Rev. Gandier. In 1917, factions of the Methodist and Presbyterian churches merged to form the United Church of Canada. The bell for the "new" United Church came from the Methodist church.
This church has a really gorgeous steeple, beginning with a substantial square base which rises to the eaves of the building, topped by an extremely tall and slender spire, now clad in bright red metal. Old photos show that the spire was originally even taller and covered with cedar shingles.
The first Presbyterian service in Rossland was held by Rev. Robertson in a store on Sourdough Alley using planks laid on kegs for seats.
This building is registered in the Rossland Heritage Register.
Type of Marker: Cultural
Type of Sign: Historic Site or Building Marker
Describe the parking that is available nearby: Street parking and parking lots nearby
What Agency placed the marker?: Rossland Heritage Commission
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