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A cathedral is a very important church building. It's usually the main church for a bishop, who is a leader in many Christian religions. Think of it like a headquarters for a large group of churches in a certain area. Cathedrals are often very old, beautiful, and impressive buildings. New York State is home to many different cathedrals, each with its own history and unique style. These buildings are important for their religious meaning and also for their amazing architecture.

What Makes a Cathedral Special?

Cathedrals are more than just big churches. They are often built to be grand and inspiring. Many cathedrals have tall spires, beautiful stained-glass windows, and detailed carvings. They are places where important religious ceremonies happen. People visit them for worship, to learn about history, or just to admire their beauty.

Famous Cathedrals in New York City

New York City has many cathedrals, some of which are very well-known.

St. Patrick's Cathedral

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St. Patrick's Cathedral in Manhattan is a famous landmark.

Located in the heart of Manhattan, St. Patrick's Cathedral is a huge and beautiful Roman Catholic church. It's one of the most famous landmarks in New York City. Millions of people visit it every year. The cathedral is known for its stunning Gothic Revival architecture, with two tall spires reaching high into the sky. It was finished in 1879 and has been a central part of the city's religious life ever since. 40°45′31″N 73°58′35″W / 40.758611°N 73.976389°W / 40.758611; -73.976389 (St. Patrick's Cathedral (New York))

Cathedral of St. John the Divine

The Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine
The Cathedral of St. John the Divine is one of the largest churches in the world.

The Cathedral of St. John the Divine is an Episcopal cathedral also in Manhattan. It is one of the largest churches in the world. This cathedral is still being built, even though construction started way back in 1892! It has a mix of architectural styles, including Romanesque and Gothic. The cathedral is known for its large size and its beautiful art, including many sculptures and tapestries. It also hosts many community events. 40°48′13″N 73°57′41″W / 40.803549°N 73.961284°W / 40.803549; -73.961284 (Cathedral of Saint John the Divine, New York)

Cathedrals in Other New York Cities

Beyond New York City, many other cities in New York State have their own important cathedrals.

Albany Cathedrals

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The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany.

In Albany, the state capital, you can find the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. This is a Roman Catholic cathedral known for its beautiful design. 42°38′51″N 73°45′35″W / 42.6475°N 73.759722°W / 42.6475; -73.759722 (Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Albany, New York))

Another important church in Albany is the Cathedral of All Saints. This is an Episcopal cathedral with a grand and historic look. 42°39′17″N 73°45′28″W / 42.654653°N 73.757792°W / 42.654653; -73.757792 (Cathedral of All Saints (Albany, New York))

Buffalo Cathedrals

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St. Joseph Cathedral in Buffalo.

Buffalo is home to St. Joseph Cathedral, a Roman Catholic church with impressive architecture. 42°52′58″N 78°52′41″W / 42.882759°N 78.878158°W / 42.882759; -78.878158 (Saint Joseph Cathedral in Buffalo)

You can also find St. Paul's Cathedral in Buffalo. This is an Episcopal cathedral known for its tall spire and historic importance in the city. 42°52′59″N 78°52′34″W / 42.882941°N 78.876032°W / 42.882941; -78.876032 (St. Paul's Cathedral, Buffalo)

Syracuse Cathedrals

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The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Syracuse.

In Syracuse, the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is a Roman Catholic cathedral. It is a central place of worship for many people in the area. 43°02′49″N 76°08′59″W / 43.047017°N 76.149672°W / 43.047017; -76.149672 (Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Syracuse, New York))

Syracuse also has St. Paul's Cathedral, an Episcopal church with a long history in the city. 43°02′54″N 76°09′01″W / 43.048431°N 76.150197°W / 43.048431; -76.150197 (Saint Paul's Episcopal Cathedral (Syracuse, New York))

Other Cathedrals in New York State

Many other cities and towns across New York State have cathedrals. These include:

  • Elmont: St. Vincent de Paul Cathedral (Syro-Malankara Catholic Church)

40°42′36″N 73°41′48″W / 40.709961°N 73.696562°W / 40.709961; -73.696562 (St. Vincent de Paul Malankara Catholic Cathedral (Elmont, New York))

40°43′16″N 73°38′32″W / 40.721189°N 73.642361°W / 40.721189; -73.642361 (Cathedral of the Incarnation, Garden City)

  • Hempstead: Cathedral of St. Paul (Greek Orthodox)

40°42′37″N 73°38′04″W / 40.710224°N 73.634565°W / 40.710224; -73.634565 (Cathedral of St. Paul (Hempstead, New York))

42°55′38″N 74°56′04″W / 42.927244°N 74.934430°W / 42.927244; -74.934430 (Holy Trinity Cathedral (Jordanville, New York))

  • Lancaster: Holy Mother of the Rosary Cathedral (Polish National Catholic Church)

42°53′32″N 78°35′55″W / 42.892312°N 78.598648°W / 42.892312; -78.598648 (Holy Mother of the Rosary Cathedral (Lancaster, New York))

  • Malverne: Cathedral Church of the Intercessor (Charismatic Episcopal Church)

40°40′34″N 73°40′15″W / 40.676239°N 73.670886°W / 40.676239; -73.670886 (Cathedral Church of the Intercessor (Malverne, New York))

  • New Paltz: Cathedral of Christ the King (Charismatic Episcopal Church)

41°42′28″N 74°05′34″W / 41.707721°N 74.092748°W / 41.707721; -74.092748 (Cathedral of Christ the King (New Paltz, New York))

  • Ogdensburg: St. Mary's Cathedral (Roman Catholic)

44°41′56″N 75°29′08″W / 44.6989°N 75.485644°W / 44.6989; -75.485644 (St. Mary's Cathedral (Ogdensburg, New York))

43°11′35″N 77°37′58″W / 43.193123°N 77.632746°W / 43.193123; -77.632746 (Sacred Heart Cathedral (Rochester, New York))

40°39′35″N 73°38′47″W / 40.659806°N 73.646289°W / 40.659806; -73.646289 (St. Agnes Cathedral (Rockville Centre, New York))

Cathedrals in Brooklyn and Queens

New York City's boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens also have many important cathedrals serving different Christian communities.

Brooklyn Cathedrals

40°41′49″N 73°59′12″W / 40.697056°N 73.986667°W / 40.697056; -73.986667 (Cathedral Basilica of St. James, Brooklyn, New York)

  • Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph (Roman Catholic)

40°40′50″N 73°57′59″W / 40.680458°N 73.966397°W / 40.680458; -73.966397 (Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph, Brooklyn, New York)

  • Sts. Constantine and Helen Cathedral (Greek Orthodox)

40°41′26″N 73°59′28″W / 40.6906°N 73.9912°W / 40.6906; -73.9912 (Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Brooklyn, New York)

  • Cathedral of the Transfiguration of Our Lord (Orthodox Church in America)

40°43′10″N 73°57′13″W / 40.719444°N 73.953611°W / 40.719444; -73.953611 (Russian Orthodox Cathedral of the Transfiguration of Our Lord, Brooklyn, New York)

  • St. John the Forerunner Orthodox Cathedral (Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia)

40°35′10″N 73°56′55″W / 40.586104°N 73.948547°W / 40.586104; -73.948547 (St. John the Forerunner Orthodox Cathedral (Brooklyn, New York))

40°41′39″N 73°59′39″W / 40.694265°N 73.994202°W / 40.694265; -73.994202 (Our Lady of Lebanon Cathedral (Brooklyn, New York))

40°41′16″N 73°59′05″W / 40.687906°N 73.984672°W / 40.687906; -73.984672 (St. Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral (Brooklyn, New York))

  • Holy Trinity Cathedral (Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA)

40°42′38″N 73°57′40″W / 40.710538°N 73.961057°W / 40.710538; -73.961057 (Holy Trinity Cathedral, Brooklyn)

40°43′01″N 73°57′27″W / 40.717049°N 73.957508°W / 40.717049; -73.957508 (Former Armenian Cathedral of St. Ann, Brooklyn)

  • St. Cyril's of Turau Cathedral (Belarusian Orthodox)

40°41′14″N 73°59′04″W / 40.687107°N 73.984479°W / 40.687107; -73.984479 (St. Cyril's of Turau Cathedral, Brooklyn)

Queens Cathedrals

  • St. Demetrios Cathedral (Greek Orthodox)

40°45′56″N 73°55′22″W / 40.765596°N 73.92285°W / 40.765596; -73.92285 (St. Demetrios Cathedral (Astoria, New York))

  • Cathedral of Saint Markella (Genuine Orthodox Church of America)

40°46′50″N 73°54′38″W / 40.780586°N 73.910654°W / 40.780586; -73.910654 (Cathedral of Saint Markella (Astoria, New York))

Images for kids

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    Cathedral of All Saints in Albany.

  • St Pauls Cathedral Buffalo NY Jun 09

    St. Paul's Cathedral in Buffalo.

  • St. Vincent de Paul Syro-Malankara Catholic Cathedral 01

    St. Vincent de Paul Cathedral in Elmont.

  • AT Stewart Era Buildings - Cathedral of the Incarnation - Garden City NY

    Cathedral of the Incarnation in Garden City.

  • Holy Trinity Monastery, Jordanville, New York (5365735943)

    Holy Trinity Cathedral in Jordanville.

  • Holy Mother of the Rosary Polish National Catholic Cathedral, Lancaster, New York - 20210814

    Holy Mother of the Rosary Cathedral in Lancaster.

  • Cathedral Church of the Intercessor - Malverne, New York

    Cathedral Church of the Intercessor in Malverne.

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    St. Patrick's Cathedral in Manhattan.

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    Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral in Manhattan.

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    Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in Manhattan.

  • Cathedral of the Holy Virgin Protection

    Cathedral of the Holy Virgin Protection in Manhattan.

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    Former St. Ann's Armenian Catholic Cathedral in Manhattan.

  • St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral

    St. Vartan Cathedral in Manhattan.

  • St Illuminator Armenian Apostolic Cathd 221 E27 jeh

    Saint Illuminator Cathedral in Manhattan.

  • Synodal Cathedral of the Icon of Our Lady of the Sign (ROCOR, NY)

    Cathedral of the Theotokos of the Sign in Manhattan.

  • St Nicholas Cathedral NY-MP

    St. Nicholas Cathedral in Manhattan.

  • Serbian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Sava

    Serbian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Sava in Manhattan (destroyed by fire, 2016).

  • Saints Kyril & Metodi Bulgarian Eastern Orthodox Cathedral 02

    Saints Kiril & Metodij Cathedral in Manhattan.

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    Holy Cross Pro-Cathedral in Manhattan.

  • James Cathedral north jeh

    Cathedral Basilica of St. James in Brooklyn.

  • Joseph RCC 856 Pacific St jeh

    Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Brooklyn.

  • Constantine Helena Cath 62 Schermerhorn jeh

    Sts. Constantine and Helen Cathedral in Brooklyn.

  • RO Transfig Cathedral Greenpoint jeh

    Cathedral of the Transfiguration of Our Lord in Brooklyn.

  • St. John the Forerunner Orthodox Cathedral, Brooklyn1

    St. John the Forerunner Orthodox Cathedral in Brooklyn.

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    Our Lady of Lebanon Cathedral in Brooklyn.

  • Nick Antioch Cathedral State St summer jeh

    St. Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral in Brooklyn.

  • From the J Train td (2022-03-28) 404 - Holy Trinity Cathedral (Williamsburgh Trust Company Building)

    Holy Trinity Cathedral in Brooklyn.

  • Cyril of Turau Belarusan Orth Cathed Bond St jeh

    St. Cyril's of Turau Cathedral in Brooklyn.

  • St Markella Cathedral 23d Av 26 St jeh

    Cathedral of Saint Markella in Queens.

  • St. Mary's Cathedral 1 - Ogdensburg, NY

    St. Mary's Cathedral in Ogdensburg.

  • Sacred Heart Cathedral - Rochester, New York 01

    Sacred Heart Cathedral in Rochester.

  • St. Agnes Cathedral - Rockville Centre 01

    St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre.

  • St Pauls Syracuse

    St. Paul's Cathedral in Syracuse.

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