Saint Joseph's Church, Louisville

Saint Joseph's Church was built in January 1866 after the Catholic community in Butchertown decided that they needed a church close by. Right Reverend Peter J. Lavialle, Bishop of Louisville was the one who dedicated it. The building has the tallest spires in Louisville. The red brick structure of the church is ornate with numerous splendid statues and decorations representing saints and other religious symbols. It was designed in Gothic Revival style, featuring portals of three entrance doors and a rose window, flanked by two high, gabled bell-towers. Saint Joseph's Church is a real pearl in Butchertown's panorama.

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Sight Name: Saint Joseph's Church
Sight Location: Louisville, USA (See walking tours in Louisville)
Sight Type: Religious

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