St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church Complex

St. Matthias is a Roman Catholic parish complex in Ridgewood, Queens, comprising a church building, school, and parish hall arranged across the property. The structures are designed to accommodate religious services, educational programs, and community events in distinct areas.

The complex was built in the early 1900s to serve the growing Catholic community in Ridgewood and has remained a parish center since its founding. It gained official recognition when added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2012, acknowledging its architectural and religious heritage.

The parish serves as a gathering place where neighbors and families connect through regular events like outdoor markets and community meals. These activities show how the complex functions as a social center beyond its primary role in worship.

The complex holds regular Mass services in the main church building and offers various programs in the school spaces. Visitors should know that the site spans multiple buildings, and different entrances may be used depending on which activity or program you are attending.

The site operates an early childhood program that weaves together religious education with standard developmental learning for young students. This blend of spiritual and academic instruction reflects the dual mission that has guided the school for generations.

Location: Queens

GPS coordinates: 40.70194,-73.90278

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:23