St. Mark's Cathedral (Salt Lake City) facts for kids
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St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral
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St.Mark's Cathedral, Salt Lake City
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 Location in Utah
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| Location | 231 E. 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah |
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| Built | 1871 |
| Architect | Richard Upjohn |
| Architectural style | Gothic Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 70000630 |
| Added to NRHP | September 22, 1970 |
St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral is a beautiful and historic church located at 231 E. 100 South in Salt Lake City, Utah. It is the main church for the Episcopal Church in Utah. Built in 1871, it is one of the oldest Episcopal cathedrals in the United States. It is also the second oldest church building in Utah that has been used continuously for worship. On September 22, 1970, this important building was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
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History of St. Mark's Cathedral
Building the Cathedral
The first stone for St. Mark's Cathedral was placed in 1870. Bishop Daniel Sylvester Tuttle oversaw the project. Money for the church came from Episcopalians in New York and Pennsylvania. The cathedral was officially opened and dedicated on May 14, 1874.
Overcoming Challenges
In 1935, a fire caused a lot of damage inside the church. The main worship area was badly burned. However, the church was carefully rebuilt. It was restored to look just like its original design.
Community Impact
The early Episcopal Church helped the community in many ways. By 1880, church members had started several important institutions. These included Saint Mark's School for Boys and Rowland Hall School for Girls. They also established Saint Mark's Hospital. Today, Rowland Hall and St. Mark's School have joined together. They offer education for students from kindergarten through high school.
Architecture and Design
Gothic Revival Style
St. Mark's Cathedral was designed by the famous architect Richard Upjohn. He built it in the Gothic Revival style. This style brings back the look of medieval European cathedrals. It often features pointed arches and tall windows.
Stunning Stained Glass
The cathedral has some of the most beautiful stained glass windows in Utah. Four of these windows were made by Tiffany Studios in 1916. There are also three windows designed by Charles Jay Connick. Another special window was created by Franz Xaver Zettler. These windows fill the church with colorful light.
St. Mark's Cathedral Today
Helping the Community
Today, St. Mark's Cathedral continues to help people. It runs programs like Hildegarde's Pantry, which provides food. Other programs include Community of Faith Celebrations and Feed My Sheep. These efforts support people in need.
A Place for Events
The cathedral is also a popular place for musical events. Its beautiful setting makes it perfect for concerts. The cathedral hall has been used for many community events over the years. It serves as a gathering place for different groups.
New Cathedral Center
In 2005, construction began on a new building called the Cathedral Center. This center opened in early 2007. It includes the Dean's Hall, a large space for meetings and dining. It can hold up to 300 people. The center also has offices and other rooms. These spaces help the cathedral serve the community in many ways.
See also
In Spanish: Catedral de San Marcos (Salt Lake City) para niños
- List of the Episcopal cathedrals of the United States
- List of cathedrals in the United States
- List of the oldest churches in the United States
- Rowland Hall-St. Mark's School
