The Roman Catholic St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption in Covington, Kentucky, is a minor basilica in the United States and the cathedral of the Diocese of Covington.
At a glance
A Roman Catholic minor basilica serving as the cathedral of the Diocese of Covington. The present building was dedicated in 1901.
History
A first St. Mary’s Church was built in 1834. It gave way to a larger church in 1851, which became St. Mary’s Cathedral two years later.
Construction of the current, still larger cathedral began in 1895 under Bishop Paul Maes. The building was dedicated in 1901. On December 8, 1953, Pope Pius XII raised the cathedral to the rank of minor basilica.
What you see
The cathedral stands as the third church on its site, built to accommodate a growing congregation.
Cultural significance
The title of minor basilica, conferred by Pope Pius XII in 1953, marks the church’s importance within the Catholic Church. It remains the seat of the Bishop of Covington.
Key facts
- Country: United States
- City: Covington
- Coordinates: 39.0783, -84.5081
Practical information & getting there
The cathedral is located in Covington, Kentucky. Specific visiting hours are not listed in the source.
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