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Primitive Methodist Church (Former)
Location59-61 John Street WILLIAMSTOWN, Hobsons Bay City LevelIncl in HO area contributory |
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Statement of Significance
What is Significant?
The former Primitive Methodist Church, originally constructed in 1886 with alterations and additions c.1905, at 59-61 John Street, Williamstown. The former Primitive Methodist Church at 59-61 John Street, Williamstown is of local historic and aesthetic significance to the City of Hobsons Bay. Historically, it is significant as the only Primitive Methodist church within the city and illustrates the important role of the Methodist faith in the early development of Williamstown. (AHC criteria A4 and D2) Aesthetically, it is significant as the most intact example of the small number of simple weatherboard Victorian Carpenter Gothic churches to survive in Williamstown. (AHC criteria B2 and E1)
Group
Religion
Category
Church