Basilica of Regina Pacis, Minor basilica in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn, US
The Renaissance Revival basilica features a 52-foot-high ceiling mural depicting the Coronation of Our Lady Regina Pacis in Heaven by artist Ignacio LaRussa.
The church construction began in 1948 as a fulfillment of a promise made during World War II to build a shrine for servicemen's safe return.
The basilica holds religious services in English, Spanish, Chinese, and Italian, reflecting the evolving demographics of the Brooklyn community throughout decades.
Located at 65th Street and 12th Avenue, the basilica maintains regular mass schedules and welcomes visitors interested in its architectural and religious significance.
In 1952, two diamond-studded crowns created from parishioners' donated jewelry disappeared but returned mysteriously after a week of community prayers.
Location: Brooklyn
Inception: 1951
Architects: Anthony J. DePace
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture
Website: http://basilicaofreginapacis.org
GPS coordinates: 40.62667,-74.00361
Latest update: March 4, 2025 15:39
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