Autre nom(s)
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Liens et documents
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Date(s) de construction
1906/01/01 à 1906/12/31
Inscrit au répertoire canadien:
2008/03/26
Énoncé d'importance
Description du lieu patrimonial
The Knox Presbyterian Church is a Municipal Heritage Property which occupies three urban lots on 2nd Street in the City of Weyburn. Located on landscaped grounds, the property features a 1906 brick, two-and-a-half storey church with a square corner tower and fieldstone foundation.
Valeur patrimoniale
The heritage value of the Knox Presbyterian Church lies in its subdued Gothic Revival architecture. Gothic architectural style is historically associated with Christian churches and is evident in this building in the high-pitched gable roof and arches. The design was influenced by Presbyterian churches of Scotland, illustrating the worshippers desire to continue their religious practices in their new home. Inside, a semi-circular nave framed by two side aisles slopes downward towards the raised chancel, providing congregants with an unobstructed view of the elevated choir loft and pulpit. The church’s size, brick and stone detailing and landscaped grounds make the Knox Presbyterian Church a local landmark.
The heritage value of the Knox Presbyterian Church also resides in its association with Weyburn's Presbyterian community. The Church stands as a testimony to the faith and optimism of the first Presbyterians in the Weyburn area. Constructed in 1906, numerous marriages and funerals, as well as weekly services, have been observed here over the past century. The church continues to serve the local Presbyterian congregation.
Source:
City of Weyburn Bylaw No.2003-3013.
Éléments caractéristiques
The heritage value of the Knox Presbyterian Church resides in the following character-defining elements:
-those elements reflecting Gothic Revival architecture, such as the use of brick, the fieldstone foundation, bell tower, arched window openings and labels, high-pitched gable roof, stone trim, fenestration, the parapet atop the tower, the floor layout including the elevated choir loft and pulpit, and the sloping floor;
-those elements reflecting the Church's association with the Presbyterian community, such as the stained glass windows depicting biblical scenes, inscribed interior archway, the sign on the grounds stating the name of the church and the services, the fieldstone fence, landscaped grounds and the building’s orientation on its original lot.
Reconnaissance
Juridiction
Saskatchewan
Autorité de reconnaissance
Administrations locales (Sask.)
Loi habilitante
Heritage Property Act, alinéa 11(1)(a)
Type de reconnaissance
Bien patrimonial municipal
Date de reconnaissance
2003/09/22
Données sur l'histoire
Date(s) importantes
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Thème - catégorie et type
- Établir une vie sociale et communautaire
- Les institutions religieuses
Catégorie de fonction / Type de fonction
Actuelle
Historique
- Religion, rituel et funéraille
- Centre religieux ou lieu de culte
Architecte / Concepteur
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Constructeur
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Informations supplémentaires
Emplacement de la documentation
Ministry of Tourism, Parks, Culture and Sport
Heritage Resources Branch
1919 Saskatchewan Drive Regina, SK
File: MHP 2254
Réfère à une collection
Identificateur féd./prov./terr.
MHP 2264
Statut
Édité
Inscriptions associées
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