St. Vartan Cathedral

St. Vartan Cathedral is a church building located in Midtown Manhattan that features Armenian architectural design with stone construction and decorative details. Its interior displays traditional Armenian design elements including ornamental features and a central worship space.

The cathedral opened in 1968 and brought a long Armenian religious tradition to New York. The building was designed to provide the city's growing Armenian population with a central place of worship.

The cathedral is named after Saint Vartan Mamikonian, an Armenian military leader and martyr revered in the Armenian faith. It serves as a gathering space where the local Armenian community celebrates religious holidays, weddings, and cultural events that maintain their traditions.

Access to the building is typically available during specific days and times, so checking ahead is recommended before planning a visit. Wearing appropriate clothing and respecting the space as a place of worship is important.

The cathedral broadcasts its Divine Liturgy every Sunday, allowing Armenian communities worldwide to participate in the religious services from wherever they are. This practice connects diaspora communities across great distances.

Location: Manhattan

Location: New York City

Inception: 1968

Architects: Rafael Israelyan

Architectural style: Armenian architecture

Website: https://armenianchurch.us

GPS coordinates: 40.74510,-73.97530

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:00