Halifax Regional Places of Worship & Religious Sites
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Places of Worship & Religious Sites in Halifax Regional, Atlantic Canada.
Known as the Church that was built in a day, this idyllic chapel is a reminder of a remarkable day in 1843 when nearly 2000 people gathered to build this church. They built the church using stained glass windows and wood carvings that date back as early as 1550. Open from April 15 to October 15.
This Anglican church was built in 1800 and designed in a unique, yet classic round style by its architect—Edward, Duke of Kent, father of Queen Victoria. Located at Brunswick and Cornwallis, near the little Dutch Church.
This Hindu temple offers a range of weekly services and is frequent host to religious and cultural events. The temple is available for private usage for weddings and services and features catering options.
What started off as a modest wood-framed church in 1783 became the magnificent St. Mary's Basilica in 1801. The church has weathered many historical events, including the Halifax Explosion, and has lived to tell the tales. Features include an impressive display of stained glass windows (the originals were destroyed in the explosion). Come for daily mass or take a guided tour.
This church was built in 1750, making it the oldest protestant church in Canada, as well as Britain's first overseas cathedral. The church was designed after St. Paul's Church in London, and the sturdy structure has survived years of weathering and disasters like the Halifax explosion. The burial vault below the church contains the remains of several illustrious British colonials. Open year-round.
This historic church is renowned for its stained glass windows and intricate wood carvings. Guided tours are available and admission is free.
The oldest Reformed United Church in Canada, St. Matthews underwent major renewal to its exterior, sanctuary and its famed grand pipe organ in the mid- to late 1990's.
Part of a larger network of National and International Buddhist meditation centers, the Halifax Shambala Center features weekly meditations, meditation instructions, workshop opportunities and Shambala-based community celebrations. A resource library and volunteer opportunities are available.
Boasting traditional Byzantine architecture and paintings of Greek Icons, this church offers support and resources to the region's Greek community. The church also features a community center which is home to a Greek language school and a Greek dance troupe. The community center is available for rentals.
Built in 1871, Christ Church is the oldest church in Dartmouth. The church is of Georgian architecture and features a weather vane depicting Haley's Comet atop its steeple. The church also offers genealogical services and is open for tours by appointment year-round.
Little Dutch Church
This Church was built in 1756 and has the distinction of being the first Lutheran Church in Canada. Interestingly, it was not built by Dutch settlers, but rather by Germans, who were incorrectly labelled as Dutch by the locals. As such, the politcally correct name for the church is The Little Deutsch Church.
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