McGill Library
McLennan Library Building3459 rue McTavish
Montreal, Quebec
H3A 0C9
Christian Pavilion
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1 slide photograph.
Exterior view photograph. Christian Pavilion exterior (lot C-416). Representing eight of Canada's major Christion denominations ( Roman Catholic, United, Anglican, Presbyterian, Lutheran, Baptist, Greek-Orthodox and Ukrainian Gree-Orthodox), the Christian Pavilion was conceived as a place for these faiths to join together and promote the common message of Christianity. Fronted by an enclosed entrance garden, the Christian Pavilion craftily featured three different levels within its one storey frame, each level showcased a different exhibition theme. Photographs, films and models spread the message that Christ is an eternal source of hope, joy and love. Butterfly roof over triangular volume. Laminated B.C. fir, laminated pine roof deck. Steel framing with stucco on metal lath. (S: 75' x 85' --- A: 9,500 sq. ft. --- H: 32')
Pavilion depicted: Christian Pavilion