Derby Methodist Church - Former
Derby, TAS 7264
Church Information
Church Name: | Derby Methodist Church - Former |
Church Previous Name: | Derby Wesleyan Methodist Church |
Denomination: | Methodist (Wesleyan and Other) |
Street Address: | 2 Church St, Derby TAS 7264, Australia |
Suburb: | Derby |
State: | TAS |
Postcode: | 7264 |
Foundation Stone Laid: | 00-05-1887 |
Foundation Stone Notes: | The foundation stone was laid in May 1887. The text on the foundation stone is not known. Information/photographs are invited. |
Date Opened: | 25-06-1887 |
Date Closed: | unknown |
Email: | admin@churchesaustralia.org |
Comments
The former Derby Methodist Church has been closed for many years, and the property is now privately owned. Notwithstanding that the Methodists had been conducting services in the district for a number of years, a church building was not opened until 25/6/1887, the Rev Francis Neale presiding. Earlier services had been held in the gymnasium, which had been built by the miners. Although a Wesleyan Methodist Church had been built, it was agreed by the building committee, that other denominations could also use the building. More historical information/photographs of the former church congregation are invited. Photographs uploaded 6/5/2023.
For more of the church story and additional photographs see - https://www.churchesoftasmania.com/2018/07/the-methodist-church-at-derby.html
Last Updated: Saturday 6th May, 2023