Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, San Francisco facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Notre-Dame-des-Victoires |
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Église Notre Dame Des Victoires
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In May 2021
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| Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
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| Location |  566 Bush St, San Francisco, California |
| Country | United States |
 Location in San Francisco County
Location in California
Location in the United States
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| Founder | 1856 |
| Designated | 1981 |
| Reference no. | 137 |
Église Notre Dame Des Victoires is a beautiful Catholic church located in San Francisco, California. Its name means "Our Lady of Victories." This church has a long and interesting history, especially for the French community in the city. It was designed to look like the famous Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière in Lyon, France.
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About Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
This church is a special place in San Francisco. It has been an important part of the city for many years. The church was built to serve French Catholic immigrants who came to California during the California Gold Rush.
A Church for French Immigrants
The church was first started in 1856. Many French people moved to San Francisco during the Gold Rush. They needed a place to worship and connect with their culture. So, Église Notre Dame Des Victoires was founded just for them.
In 1887, a very important event happened. Pope Leo XIII made a special decision. He placed the church under the care of a group called the Marists. He also declared it a "French National Church." This meant it was officially recognized as a special church for French people.
Rising from the Ashes
San Francisco experienced a huge earthquake and fire in 1906. This disaster destroyed many buildings, including the church. But the community was determined to rebuild.
The church was rebuilt and opened again in 1915. It was a symbol of hope and strength for the city. Later, in 1984, the church was recognized as a historical landmark. This means it's an important building that should be protected.
A Special French Community Hub
Today, Église Notre Dame Des Victoires is still very important to San Francisco's French community. It is located near the city's "French Quarter," a neighborhood with many French shops and restaurants.
The church continues to hold a Sunday mass in French. This helps French speakers feel at home and keep their traditions alive. It's a place where history and culture come together.
Images for kids
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Front on view
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The nave
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The choir
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Stained glass window
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Statue of the Virgin
