A downtown parish church that has stood at the corner of 4th and Court Streets for generations, part of Ottumwa’s civic heart.
At a glance
St. Mary of the Visitation is a Catholic parish of the Diocese of Davenport. Its church building occupies a corner lot in downtown Ottumwa, Iowa. The location places it within the Central Park area, the civic center of the community.
History
The parish belongs to the Diocese of Davenport. Its place in the Central Park area puts it alongside the Wapello County Courthouse, the Ottumwa Public Library, and Ottumwa City Hall.
What you see
The church building sits on the corner of 4th and Court Streets. It stands among Ottumwa’s central public buildings.
Cultural significance
The church is eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, though it has not been listed. That eligibility reflects its standing in the city’s architectural and community history.
Key facts
- Country: United States
- State: Iowa
- City: Ottumwa
- Coordinates: 41.0194, -92.4106
- Status: Eligible for National Register of Historic Places (not listed)
Practical information & getting there
The church is located at the corner of 4th and Court Streets in downtown Ottumwa. It stands within the Central Park area near the county courthouse and public library.
Sources & resources
- National Register of Historic Places nomination file (National Park Service), ref. 99000314
- St. Mary of the Visitation Catholic Church (Ottumwa, Iowa) — Wikipedia
- Cultural Heritage Online
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