Brougham Place Uniting Church, Adelaide

Brougham Place Uniting Church is a historic and significant Uniting Church located on Brougham Place in North Adelaide. Originally known as the North Adelaide Congregational Church, it is a prominent landmark that overlooks the scenic Brougham Gardens within the Adelaide Parklands.

The church's architectural design was the result of a competition won by Edmund Wright in 1859. The foundation stone was laid on 15 May 1860, marking the beginning of its construction. Although Wright was credited with the original design, architect Thomas Frost is often attributed to the church's construction, particularly for additions made later. These include the addition of a tower in 1871 and a lecture hall in 1878.

Brougham Place Uniting Church is also notable for its historic pipe organ, which was installed in 1881. At the time of its installation, the organ was recognized as the largest two-manual organ in the colony. The organ underwent restoration in 1914, preserving its significance and functionality.

The church's first pastor was James Jefferis, who led the congregation from its inception on 20 October 1859, when services were initially held in the Temperance Hall on Tynte Street. Jefferis served the church until 1877 and returned for a second tenure from 1895 until his retirement in 1901.

Brougham Place Uniting Church remains an important architectural and cultural fixture in Adelaide, often referred to as "the city of churches." Its historical significance, combined with its picturesque location, continues to make it a key part of Adelaide's religious and architectural heritage.