St. Patrick's Cathedral, Catholic cathedral in Thunder Bay, Canada
Description
St. Patrick's Cathedral is a modern church building located at the intersection of Donald and Archibald Streets in Thunder Bay, completed in 1964. The structure serves as the main worship space for the local Catholic community and features contemporary architectural elements.
History
The cathedral traces its origins to a Jesuit mission established in 1849 by French missionaries in the region. The building underwent complete reconstruction in the 1960s to create a larger modern worship space that stands today.
Culture
The cathedral serves as a gathering place for the local Catholic community where people come together for worship and celebrate important religious occasions. It remains an active center of faith where visitors can observe daily religious practices and traditions.
Practical
Visitors can enter the building during religious services held on weekends when the doors are open to the public. It is helpful to check ahead for current service times, as these may vary seasonally.
Did you know?
The building was expanded in the 1960s through acquisition of additional land to create a larger sanctuary space for growing needs. This development allowed the congregation to replace the original structure with a spacious modern facility.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Thunder Bay).
Mount McKay
5.1 km
Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame
236 m
Fort William Gardens
418 m
Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area
6.2 km
Fort Kaministiquia
1.4 km
Finnish Labour Temple
5.7 km
Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
4.5 km
Jackknife Bascule Bridge
1.1 km
Marina Park
6.3 km
Current River Greenway
9.4 km
Thunder Bay Soroptimist International Friendship Garden
1.2 km
Waverley Park
6.4 km
Chippewa Park
6.1 km
Royal Edward Arms
320 m
Thunder Bay Historical Museum
326 m
Centennial Park
11.3 km
Thunder Bay Port Authority
3.6 km
Hillcrest Park
5.9 km
Thunder Bay Tourist Pagoda
6.3 km
Grain Exchange Building
253 m
St. Andrew's Church
6.4 km
Connaught Square
6.3 km
Fort William Collegiate Institute
681 m
425 Donald Street East
330 m
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
151 m
Brodie Resource Library
205 m
Royal Edward Hotel
314 m
Canadian Car & Foundry
5 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes