St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church (Omaha, Nebraska) facts for kids
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St. Philomena's Cathedral and Rectory
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 Location in Nebraska
Location in the United States
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| Location | 1335 S. 10th St. Omaha, Nebraska |
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| Built | 1908 |
| Architect | Thomas Rogers Kimball |
| Architectural style | Spanish Renaissance Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 80002451 |
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| Added to NRHP | January 3, 1980 |
St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church is an old and important church building in Omaha, Nebraska. It used to be called St. Philomena's Cathedral. This church was once the main church, or cathedral, for the Catholic community in Omaha.
Both the church and its nearby rectory (the house where the priest lives) are special. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites in the United States. They are also recognized as Omaha Landmarks.
Building History
The church was built in 1908. Its design is called Spanish Renaissance Revival. This style looks like old Spanish buildings. It was first known as St. Philomena's Cathedral.
It served as the main church for the Diocese of Omaha. A diocese is an area managed by a bishop. The church was the cathedral until 1916. That's when St. Cecilia's Cathedral was mostly finished.
The famous Omaha architect Thomas Rogers Kimball designed the church. In 1958, the church's name changed. It was renamed to honor Frances Xavier Cabrini. She was the first American citizen to become a saint.
The church became an Omaha Landmark in 1979. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
Images for kids
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St. Frances Cabrini Church
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The rectory building next to the church.
Learn More
- In Spanish: Iglesia de Santa Frances Cabrini para niños
