A heritage Anglican church in Toronto’s Riverdale neighbourhood, designed by the architectural partnership Strickland & Symons.
At a glance
St. Matthew’s Anglican Church stands at 135 First Avenue in Riverdale, a well-established residential neighbourhood in Toronto. The building has been recognized for its architectural and heritage value, earning protection under provincial law.
History
The church was designed by the architectural firm Strickland & Symons, a partnership between Walter Reginald Strickland and William L. Symons. The building’s significance was formally acknowledged when it was listed on the Ontario Heritage Register on October 27, 2009, pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act.
What you see
The church represents the work of Strickland & Symons, an architectural partnership active in Toronto’s early-to-mid twentieth-century building landscape. Further architectural details are available through local heritage resources and the church itself.
Cultural significance
St. Matthew’s Anglican Church holds value as a heritage structure within Toronto’s Riverdale community. Its designation reflects recognition of its historical importance and architectural merit to the city’s built environment.
Key facts
- Country: Canada
- City: Toronto, Ontario
- Address: 135 First Avenue, Riverdale
- Coordinates: 43.6656, −79.3465
- Architects: Strickland & Symons (Walter Reginald Strickland and William L. Symons)
- Heritage designation: Ontario Heritage Register (listed October 27, 2009)
Practical information & getting there
The church is located in the Riverdale neighbourhood of Toronto. For visiting hours, services, and access information, contact the church directly or visit the Ontario Heritage Register database for additional details on heritage properties in Toronto.
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