St. Andrew's Cathedral

St. Andrew's Cathedral is an Episcopal church in downtown Jackson featuring pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses from the Gothic Revival style. Inside, the sanctuary follows a cruciform layout with a center aisle, though the exterior does not show visible transepts.

The site began as a small mission station founded in 1839 with eight members in its congregation. The original building was destroyed during the Civil War, leading to the construction of the Gothic Revival structure that stands today.

The stained glass windows inside tell biblical stories through color and light, drawing the attention of visitors walking through the cathedral. They change appearance throughout the day as sunlight moves across the glass.

The cathedral sits in downtown Jackson making it easy to locate and visit on foot. The interior lighting changes significantly throughout the day, so visiting at different times offers different viewing experiences.

The cathedral has a hidden architectural detail where the interior follows a clear cruciform plan, yet the exterior shows no protruding transepts. This mismatch between what you see inside and what appears from outside is something most visitors overlook.

Location: Jackson

Inception: 1903

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Website: http://standrewscathedral.org

GPS coordinates: 32.29923,-90.18385

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:02