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.
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