St. Boniface Catholic Church
St. Boniface Catholic Church, Roman Catholic church in Westphalia, Iowa.
The church features a rectangular plan with a central bell tower, demonstrating the Romanesque Revival architectural style designed by Fridolin Heer.
German Catholic settlers established the parish in 1873 under Bishop John Hennessy of the Diocese of Dubuque, with the current structure dedicated in 1882.
The cemetery contains numerous grave markers showcasing traditional German craftmanship, including cast iron and hand-wrought iron crosses representing immigrant heritage.
The church district encompasses sixteen resources, including six contributing buildings, two contributing sites, and one contributing structure on the National Register.
The parish leadership initiated economic programs during the Great Depression, creating a cooperative store, gas station, and credit union for community support.
Location: Iowa
Inception: 1882
GPS coordinates: 41.72139,-95.39556
Latest update: March 14, 2025 12:08
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