Local Government
York
Region
Avon Arc
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Location
Lots 800-1 South St York
Location Details
Part of Central York Heritage Area P26586
Other Name(s)
York Public Library
Construction Date
Constructed from 1873
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 25 Nov 2019 |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 25 Nov 2019 | Grade A |
Grade A |
|
| Register of the National Estate | Registered | 21 Mar 1978 |
|
Heritage Council | |
| Classified by the National Trust | Classified | 01 Apr 1985 |
|
Heritage Council | |
| Register of the National Estate | Nominated | 21 Mar 1978 |
|
Heritage Council | |
Parent Place or Precinct
Statement of Significance
A simple building of architectural merit, important as an early convent school and for its association with the teaching Mercy nuns. Relevant as a former part of the Roman Catholic establishment adjacent, to which it contributes environmentally and rare as a surviving example of an early building serving the community for private education.
Physical Description
A stone building with high corrugated iron roof, gable ends and projecting porches.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: High
Authenticity High
Condition
Good
State Heritage Office library entries
| Library Id | Title | Medium | Year Of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7461 | York sketchbook. | Book | 2003 |
| 11545 | St Patrick's Convent School (fmr) | Electronic | 2016 |
| 882 | York Primary School and Former Convent School (York Public Library): Conservation Plan: Prepared for the Building Management Authority | Heritage Study {Cons'n Plan} | 1995 |
| 11996 | St Patrick's School, York. Heritage Impact Statement. | Heritage Study {Other} | 2022 |
| 11938 | St Patrick's Convent School (fmr) York | Heritage Study {Cons'n Plan} | 2016 |
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | RELIGIOUS | Monastery or Convent |
| Present Use | EDUCATIONAL | Library |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| Wall | STONE | Local Stone |
Creation Date
30 May 1989Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
24 Jun 2021Disclaimer
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