Iona Church, Heritage church building in Port Chalmers, New Zealand.
Iona Church is a stone church in Port Chalmers, Dunedin, designed by Nathaniel Wales to replace an earlier wooden church. Its foundation stone was laid in 1871 and the building opened on 7 January 1872. A gallery added in 1882–83 became the main church, while the original building served as the church hall.
The foundation stone was laid in 1871, with an additional gallery constructed between 1882 and 1883 to accommodate the growing congregation. These building phases reflect the church's increasing importance to the port community.
The church continues to serve the local community for worship and hosts concerts and special celebrations, particularly during summer when cruise ships visit the port.
Interior access is currently limited to days when cruise ships are in port, as seismic strengthening work is ongoing. Check ahead if a ship is expected or inquire about any available visiting times.
The original 1872 church building was kept when a new gallery was added in 1882–83: the gallery became the main church and the older structure was turned into the church hall. The building is a Category I Historic Place.
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