St John's Church, Launceston

St John's Church is a Gothic Revival church in Launceston made from brick, sandstone, and concrete with two distinctive towers as its defining features. The interior displays intricate stained-glass windows throughout that create patterns of coloured light.

Construction started in 1825 under architect David Lambe and was expanded between 1901 and 1911. The nave was finally completed in 1938, giving the building its present form.

The wooden carvings inside come from Ellen Nora Payne, a Tasmanian artist whose detailed work reflects local artistic traditions within the sacred space.

The building sits on about two acres of surrounding land and requires substantial renovation work including re-roofing and structural improvements. Visitors may find that some areas are restricted due to ongoing conservation efforts.

The church was originally under the administration of the Diocese of Madras and Calcutta in India, showing how religious institutions were connected across continents during the colonial period. This unusual arrangement reflects the far-reaching networks that shaped colonial Australian settlements.

Location: Tasmania

Location: City of Launceston

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Address: 157 Frederick Street, Launceston, 7250

Website: http://stjohnsac.net.au

GPS coordinates: -41.43971,147.14149

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06