St John the Evangelist Church, Wallerawang

St John the Evangelist Church is a house of worship featuring Victorian Gothic architecture with pointed-arch sandstone windows and a tall bell tower positioned on Main Street. The building appears on the New South Wales State Heritage Register and displays the characteristic design elements of its period.

The building was designed by Edmund Blacket and constructed between 1880 and 1881 by George Donald, who later became Lithgow's first Mayor. This construction marked an important moment in the town's early development and community infrastructure.

The church is named after John the Evangelist, one of the apostles, while Wallerawang comes from the Wiradjuri language meaning a place near wood and water. These names reflect the spiritual and indigenous heritage of the community gathered here.

The building appears on the state heritage register and is accessible to visitors while regular services continue to be held. It helps to check ahead about opening hours and events to plan the best time for a visit.

The structure contains architectural details such as battlements and gargoyles that give it a fortress-like appearance. A cement roof was added during later repairs, changing the outer look while preserving the core of the original design.

Location: Lithgow City Council

GPS coordinates: -33.40086,150.07786

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:24