Sharon Temple

Photo by Alan L Brown - April 27, 2004

Photo by Alan L Brown - April 27, 2004

Plaque Location

The Region of York
The Town of East Gwillimbury
In Sharon in front of the temple on the east side of Leslie Street (York Road 12) just south of Mount Albert Road (York Road 13)

Plaque Text

Erected 1825-32, its architecture symbolizes the religious beliefs of its builder, David Willson, born in New York State 1778. Disowned by the Society of Friends (Quakers), he established hereabouts the Children of Peace (Davidites) in 1812, a small sect which retained some Quaker mysticism while placing great emphasis on ceremony, music and practical education. Most Davidites were strong political reformers and several joined Mackenzie's force in the Rebellion of 1837. Following Willson's death 1866, the strength of the sect diminished and its last service was held here 1886.

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