Preservation
We actively work to maintain and restore the physical structures and grounds of the Beaconsfield site — including the 1903 church building and century-old cemetery, ensuring they endure for future generations.
About Our Committee
Dedicated volunteers preserving a century of heritage in Swan Lake, Manitoba.
Our Purpose
Mission & Vision
The Beaconsfield Church & Cemetery Committee is a registered non-profit charitable organization (Charity No. 889559571RR0001) committed to the long-term preservation, maintenance, and stewardship of the historic Beaconsfield United Church and its associated cemetery, located in the Municipality of Lorne near Swan Lake, Manitoba.
Our mission is to safeguard this irreplaceable heritage site for future generations — maintaining the physical grounds, preserving historical records, and connecting local families, researchers, and community members to the rich story this place holds.
Our vision is a community that remembers its roots, honours those who came before, and passes forward a sense of identity rooted in place, faith, and shared history.
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Everything we do at Beaconsfield is guided by four core values that reflect the spirit of our community and the weight of our responsibility.
Remembrance
We hold sacred the memory of every pioneer, settler, and military veteran who is part of the Beaconsfield story. Our WWI monument, dedicated in June 1921, stands as an enduring act of remembrance.
Community
We are rooted in the Swan Lake community and the Municipality of Lorne. We welcome families, researchers, and visitors who wish to connect with this piece of Manitoba's past and contribute to its future.
Stewardship
As caretakers — not owners — of this heritage, we commit to responsible, thoughtful, and transparent management of the Beaconsfield site, always looking toward future generations.
The Committee
Who We Are
The Beaconsfield Church & Cemetery Committee is made up of dedicated volunteers — many with deep personal and family ties to the Beaconsfield site. We are residents of Swan Lake and the Municipality of Lorne who believe that preserving this landmark is a vital act of community care.
Our committee meets regularly to plan and coordinate maintenance, preservation projects, and community events. We work in close partnership with the Manitoba Historical Society and the Manitoba Genealogical Society, which maintain records related to the Beaconsfield site.
As a registered CRA charitable organization, all activities are conducted with full transparency. We operate without paid staff — every hour invested in this site comes from the heart.
Registered Charitable Organization
CRA Charity Number: 889559571RR0001 — Beaconsfield Church & Cemetery Committee, Swan Lake, Manitoba
Our Connections & Resources
We work with key Manitoba heritage and genealogical organizations to maintain accessible records and support our preservation mission.
Manitoba Historical Society (MHS)
The MHS maintains a dedicated page for the Beaconsfield Methodist/United Church & Cemetery, including architectural history, records, and photographs.
Manitoba Genealogical Society (MGS)
The MGS provides burial records for Beaconsfield Cemetery through the Manitoba Name Index (MANI) and the publication Carved in Stone: Manitoba Cemeteries and Burial Sites.
Municipality of Lorne
The Beaconsfield site is located within the Municipality of Lorne, and we work with local government to ensure the site's continued protection and accessibility.