The Fifth Line Church

-1870 –

A Historic Journey to the Uxbridge Historical Centre

Originally erected in 1870 at Coppins Corners, near the intersection of Brock Road (Fifth Line) and Durham Road 21, the Fifth Line Church holds a deep-rooted place in the history of the Uxbridge area. The land for the church was purchased from John and Ann Rusnell, and it first served as a Methodist Episcopalian (M.E.) place of worship.

In the mid-1920s, the church became part of the newly formed United Church of Canada, reflecting the broader merger of Protestant denominations across the country. After serving the community for decades, the church closed its doors in 1966.

In an effort to preserve its legacy, the building was moved to the Uxbridge Historical Centre on January 31, 1979. Two years later, on Sunday, May 24, 1981, it was rededicated, continuing its role as a symbol of local history and a cherished piece of the town’s architectural heritage.

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Source: The Uxbridge Historical Centre