A Catholic parish in Aiken, South Carolina, whose campus holds two church buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
At a glance
St. Mary Help of Christians Church is a parish of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston. The main church stands at 138 Fairfield St. SE. The campus also includes the 1905 church known as “Old Saint Mary’s” at the corner of Park Avenue and York Street, plus Ste. Claire Chapel from 1880, which sits to the left of the historic church.
History
Ste. Claire Chapel dates to 1880. The 1905 church, now called Old Saint Mary’s, followed it. Both buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
What you see
The parish church at 138 Fairfield St. SE serves the current congregation. Nearby, Old Saint Mary’s stands at the corner of Park Avenue and York Street. Ste. Claire Chapel sits to the left of that building.
Cultural significance
Two buildings on the campus carry National Register designation: the 1905 church and Ste. Claire Chapel.
Key facts
- Country: United States
- City: Aiken
- Coordinates: 33.5578, -81.7195
Practical information & getting there
The main parish church is at 138 Fairfield St. SE in Aiken, South Carolina. The historic buildings are at the corner of Park Avenue and York Street.
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