St. Louis RC Church - Buffalo, NY
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Nature Noggins
N 42° 53.734 W 078° 52.287
17T E 673791 N 4751415
The oldest Catholic church in Western New York.
Waymark Code: WM390B
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 02/28/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
Views: 98

St. Louis Catholic Church stands on the site of the first Catholic Curch in Western New York. The original church was known as Lamb of God. The church served the local community until 1843 when it's predecessor, St. Louis was built on the site. St. Louis burnt down in 1885 and the present church now stands in it's place.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1886

Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque

If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Catholic

If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: From: 9:00 AM To: 5:00 PM

If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday

Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 10:00 AM

Street address of Church:
780 Main St
Buffalo, NY USA
14224


Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]

Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed

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