St. Ambrose Cathedral
St. Ambrose Cathedral, Catholic cathedral in downtown Des Moines, United States
The limestone structure of St. Ambrose Cathedral spans 185 by 102 feet, featuring Corinthian columns and elongated round-arched windows on its main facade.
The cathedral's construction began in 1890 under Reverend Michael Flavin, with architect James J. Egan designing the Romanesque Revival building for $120,000.
The interior windows illustrate the establishment of Catholic faith across the United States and Iowa, presenting religious narratives through detailed artistry.
The cathedral holds daily Mass services at 12:10 PM on weekdays, with additional weekend services at 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM on Sundays.
The cathedral's barrel vault ceiling reaches 50 feet in height without supporting pillars, demonstrating architect Egan's engineering capabilities.
Location: Des Moines
Phone: +5152887411
Website: http://saintambrosecathedral.org
GPS coordinates: 41.58879,-93.62584
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:58
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