Basilica of Saint Mary
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| Basilica of St. Mary--Catholic | |
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| Location: | Minneapolis, MN |
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| Built/Founded: | 1907 |
| Architect: | Masqueray,E.L. |
| Architectural style(s): | Classical Revival, Other |
| Added to NRHP: | March 26, 1975 |
| Reference #: | 75000985 [1] |
| Governing body: | Private |
The Basilica of Saint Mary was the first basilica established in the United States of America, honored by Pope Pius XI in 1926. It is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It serves as the co-cathedral with the Cathedral of Saint Paul of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
In 1990 the old copper roof was replaced with a newer one, an an attempt to stop the water damage and leaks that were occurring. However, in 2000, it was discovered that even with the new roof, there was still significant new water damage.
Since 1995, the site has been host to the Basilica Block Party weekend music festival. Proceeds have gone toward repairing the aging structure and assisting the needs of poor families in the area. Furthermore, DeLaSalle High School uses the church for its commencement ceremonies every spring.
[edit] References
- ^ National Register Information System. National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service (2006-03-15).
[edit] External links
- Basilica of Saint Mary home
- Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis home
- Basilica Block Party
- View the Basilica's History
- View the Basilica's architecture and download the Tour Guide
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Categories: Landmarks in Minnesota | Buildings and structures in Minneapolis | Registered Historic Places in Minnesota | Roman Catholic churches in Minnesota | Roman Catholic cathedrals of the United States | Basilica churches in North America | Minnesota building and structure stubs | Roman Catholic church stubs
