Saint Michael's Church, Gothic Revival church in North Clinton Avenue, Rochester, United States
Description
Saint Michael's Church is a Gothic Revival church building on North Clinton Avenue, rising approximately 246 feet with a tower topped by a gilded cross. The structure was constructed using Lockport sandstone and Medina brownstone, materials transported via the Erie Canal.
History
Construction began in 1887 after German Catholic families requested a place of worship closer to their homes in the area. The building fulfilled the spiritual needs of the growing immigrant community that had settled in this neighborhood.
Culture
The parish transformed from serving German dairy farming families into a vital center for Rochester's Hispanic community, with services now primarily held in Spanish to reflect its current congregation.
Practical
The church is located on North Clinton Avenue in the neighborhood and holds services at various times throughout the week. Visitors should check current service schedules in advance to plan their visit accordingly.
Did you know?
The church complex remains the only complete 19th-century religious campus in Rochester, housing fifteen stained-glass windows depicting biblical scenes. This artistic collection in this particular configuration is rarely found elsewhere and sets it apart from other churches in the region.
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