St. Francis Xavier Church, Gothic Revival Catholic parish church in downtown Cincinnati, United States.
The brick structure with sandstone facing features an ornate clock tower and stands at 611 Sycamore Street in Cincinnati's business district.
St. Francis Xavier Church began in 1819 and served as Cincinnati's first diocesan cathedral before receiving its current name in 1845.
The Society of Jesus manages the parish since 1840, maintaining Catholic traditions through daily masses and regular confession services for downtown residents.
The church provides free parking in an adjacent lot during weekend masses and includes designated spaces for individuals with mobility requirements.
Xavier University and St. Xavier High School originated next to this church before relocating to different locations due to space requirements.
Location: Cincinnati
Inception: 1819
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Website: http://stxchurch.org
GPS coordinates: 39.11333,-84.51639
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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