Historic Religious Sites

St. Louis’s religious architecture reflects its deep European roots and social history. The Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis houses one of the world's largest mosaic collections, while the Old Cathedral stands as the first cathedral built west of the Mississippi River. The Shrine of St. Joseph is known for its ornate Baroque altar and an authenticated miracle, while Quinn Chapel AME represents the city's historic African Methodist Episcopal heritage. In the heart of The Hill, Saint Ambrose Catholic Church serves as a landmark for the Italian-American community with its Lombard-Romanesque design.