Churchill Park United Church
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| Address: | 525 Beresford Avenue |
| Current Use: | Place of worship |
| Original Use: | Place of worship |
| Constructed: | 1957 |
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More Information
The Church and Hall, constructed in 1957, was designed for a growing congregation by Prain and Ward. It replaced a smaller structure of similar function constructed in 1948. The complex includes an auditorium, modern lounge, offices, minister’s study, nursery, kindergarten, junior club room and a main hall. The expansion of the structure to accommodate recreational, educational, and multi-functional programs reflects a broader trend at the time in the design of United Church facilities.
The two storey structure is constructed of red brick veneer on concrete block, has a flat roof and lacks a full basement. The front facade is finished with needle point brick work.
Significant Dates
- 1967, Centennial stained glass window installed by A. E. Ashcroft
- 1995, Rosedale United amalgamated with Riverview United Church and becomes Churchill Park United Church
Design Characteristics
| Neighbourhood: | Lord Roberts |
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- Nave seats 450
- Chairman of Building Committee, Dr. Simpson
- Lot dimensions: 150′ x 114.3′
- Construction cost: $150,000
- Architects fees: $8,000
Sources
“A Record of Growth Since 1910”. Winnipeg Free Press, November 23, 1957.
“Church Turns 75 Sunday”. Winnipeg Free Press, November 9, 1995.
Fort Rouge Centennial Brochure Committee. Fort Rouge Through The Years. Winnipeg, 1974. 14.
Neil Bingham, A Study of the Church Buildings in Manitoba of the Congregational, Methodist, Presbyterian and United Churches of Canada. (Manitoba Culture, Heritage and Recreation, Historic Resources, 1987) 259.