Knox Church, Christchurch facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Knox Church |
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The shell of Knox Church in August 2013 after the remaining bricks had been removed
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| 43°31′16″S 172°37′43″E / 43.52111°S 172.62861°E | |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Denomination | Presbyterian |
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| Heritage designation | Category II |
| Designated | 6 September 1984 |
| Architect(s) | Robert England |
| Years built | 1902 |
Knox Church is a Presbyterian church located in Christchurch, New Zealand. It is a historic building that has seen many changes over the years. It stands proudly at the corner of Bealey Avenue and Victoria Street.
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A Look at Knox Church's History
The first Knox Church was built in 1880. It was designed by an architect named Samuel Farr. As more and more people joined the church, the building became too small. So, a new, bigger church was needed.
In 1902, a brand new church was built right next to the first one. This new building was designed by another architect, Robert England. This is the church building that became one of Christchurch's historic places.
The 2011 Earthquake and Its Impact
In 2011, a very strong earthquake hit Christchurch. Many buildings were badly damaged, and Knox Church was one of them. It was a sad time for the city.
However, the church was not completely destroyed. Its strong wooden frame remained standing. Architects Wilkie and Bruce designed a plan to repair the church. They used the existing wooden frame to rebuild it. This shows how resilient the building and the community are. Even though the main church building was damaged, other buildings in the Knox complex continued to be used.
