St. Stephen's Episcopal Cathedral (Harrisburg, Pennsylvania) facts for kids
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St. Stephen's Cathedral
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| Location | 221 North Front St. Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
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| Built | 1826 |
| Part of | Harrisburg Historic District (ID76001632) |
| Added to NRHP | January 19, 1976 |
St. Stephen's Episcopal Cathedral is a very important church in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It belongs to the Episcopal Church in the United States. This church is the main church, also called the "mother church," for the Episcopal Diocese of Central Pennsylvania. It is also where the bishop, who is a leader in the church, has their official seat.
The Cathedral building, along with Cathedral House and Chapter House, is located on Front Street. This area is in Downtown Harrisburg, right next to the Susquehanna River. St. Stephen's School is also nearby on Cranberry Street.
A Look Inside St. Stephen's Cathedral
The main part of the church, called the nave, was built a long time ago in 1826. It is big enough to seat about 300 people. St. Stephen's officially became the main church for the diocese on January 27, 1932. This means it became the central church for all the Episcopal churches in that area.
A Historic Building
St. Stephen's Cathedral is considered a special part of the Harrisburg Historic District. This district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Being on this list means the building is important for its history and architecture. It is protected to make sure it stays around for many more years.
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The Chancel, a special area near the altar.
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The beautiful pipe organ inside the Cathedral.
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The Parish House, another building on the church grounds.
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St. Stephen's School, located near the Cathedral.
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