Saint Mary's Catholic Church
Saint Mary's Catholic Church, Gothic Revival Catholic church in Dubuque, United States
Description
Saint Mary's Catholic Church is a Gothic Revival structure standing at the corner of 15th and White Streets in Dubuque. The building features a tall stone steeple and was constructed using locally quarried materials.
History
The parish was established in 1849 by German Catholic families who separated from St. Raphael's Church to serve their growing congregation. This founding reflected the need for their own religious community within the city.
Culture
The church building served as a central gathering point for German-Catholic working families, offering both basketball and football teams through Saint Mary's Casino.
Practical
The church is easily accessible at a central street corner in the downtown area. Visitors can admire the architecture from outside at any time and take advantage of its proximity to nearby shops and businesses.
Did you know?
The tower houses three large bells installed between 1876 and 1883 that still ring today. The heaviest bell weighs around 2,300 kilograms and is dedicated to the Crucifixion, making it a distinctive feature.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Dubuque).
Five Flags Center
1.2 km
Dubuque County Courthouse
811 m
Town Clock
776 m
Dubuque County Jail
803 m
Roshek's
880 m
Grand Opera House
720 m
Saint Patrick's Church
254 m
St. Luke's United Methodist Church
482 m
Redstone
1.1 km
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
667 m
Cathedral Historic District
1.3 km
West Eleventh Street Historic District
837 m
St. John's Episcopal Church
316 m
Upper Main Street Historic District
684 m
Andrew-Ryan House
482 m
Jackson Park Historic District
352 m
Sacred Heart School
983 m
Dubuque Millworking Historic District
616 m
Interstate Power Company Building
602 m
Security Building
774 m
Dubuque YMCA Building
659 m
Dubuque City Hall
313 m
Charles T. Hancock House
705 m
Hollenfelz House
110 m
Upper Iowa Street Historic District
429 m
J.H. Thedinga House
1.2 km
Washington Residential Historic District
67 m
Seminary Hill Residential Historic District
429 mDiscover 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