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P5566

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ID Number: P5566
Item Name: Image
Maker: Detroit Publishing Company
Title: St. Mary's Church, Walkerville, Interior / Intérieur de l'église St. Mary à Walkerville
Title (Fre): Intérieur de l'église St. Mary à Walkerville
Description: Black and white photograph of the Chancel at St. Mary's Church in Walkerville; in the foreground of the photograph, on the left and right, are two pieces of wood, possibly from church pews; there are two wooden benches in the centre of the photograph, behind which is a white altar with three silver plates standing facing the camera; behind the altar is a large wooden panel with three men carved on each side and Mary and Jesus carved in the centre; there is a large white cross in front of the centre panel; beside the panels, on both sides, are two tall light fixtures; above the panels is a group of several stained glass windows; the ceiling is arched the back wall is wood and brick; the floor is small tiles.
History: St. Mary's Church was built in 1870 on the south side of present-day Riverside Drive by Hiram Walker. It was dedicated on Sunday, January 8, 1871, was of brick construction, and would seat 250 worshippers. It was originally of Methodist affiliation but adopted Church of England services in 1874. It was named St. Mary's after Mrs. Walker, who died in September 1872. Extensive repairs were completed in 1885. The public school was located in the basement of St. Mary's from 1870 until 1879 or 1880.
Place made: Canada - Ontario - Walkerville
Collection Name: Museum Windsor