Newfoundland & Labrador's Registered Heritage Structures

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Built in 1833, the Roman Catholic Church of the Most Holy Trinity is one oldest church standing in Newfoundland, and one of the oldest churches still in use in Canada. Holy Trinity was built on land donated by George Garland, a prominent merchant and magistrate. The tower was added in 1880, with a bell donated by Mrs. Priscilla Doherty.

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This is an early Gothic Revival building, with pointed arches framing the door and windows. The window tracery is typical of the period. The style is also reflected in the altar and galleries inside. In many ways, the church is similar to others in Newfoundland, but the balcony with five pews on each side of the organ is unique. Oil lamps were used for lighting. There have been no significant alterations to the church, which to this day does not use electricity or any modern source of heating.

The first priest was Father [FIRST NAME?] Morris, and Father Leo Burke was the last, in 1953. Today the church has no regular services, but is sometime used for weddings, and has become a popular tourist site. Church of the Most Holy Trinity, was designated as a Registered Heritage Structure by the Heritage Foundation on November 26, 2004.