Manitoba Municipal Heritage Site No. 155

 
 

Ukrainian Greek Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist
Lot 17,
Garland

Ukrainian Greek Orthodox Church of St. John the Baptist

Designation Date: September 25, 1997
Designation Authority: The R.M. of Ethelbert
Present Owner: Ukrainian Greek Orthodox Church

Ukrainian immigrants arrived to try their luck in this area in the late 1890s. It was not until 1911, however, that they were able to worship in their own church. By 1957 that building had severely deteriorated and plans were made for its replacement. John Tymchyshyn designed the new church and also acted as head carpenter. Construction proceeded slowly and was not completed until 1964. The resulting building is a fine example of the architectural traditions of eastern Europe, with its heavily detailed façade and distinctive domes.


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