The Old Cathedral
by Susan Rissi Tregoning
Title
The Old Cathedral
Artist
Susan Rissi Tregoning
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Although more commonly known today as the Old Cathedral, the formal name for this church is The Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France. It was the first cathedral west of the Mississippi River and until 1845 the only parish church in the city of St. Louis, Missouri. It was named for King Louis IX of France who is also the namesake for the city.
This structure was built from 1831 to 1834 and is located near the historic St. Louis riverfront. Although it sits in the shadow of the Gateway Arch it in not part of the Gateway Arch National Park grounds.
Because of its historical significance and its location along the Mississippi River near the iconic Arch, the basilica remains a popular church for marriage ceremonies in the archdiocese and it is a popular tourist destination.
Copyright 2018 Susan Rissi Tregoning
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August 8th, 2018
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