Old Cathedral Catholic Church (Basilica of St. Francis Xavier)

205 Church Street | Vincennes, IN.  47591

Description

The current Old Cathedral was built in 1826, and stands on the site of three previous churches. The first was a crude log structure built about 1732, where the first Catholic parish in Indiana was formed. Four bishops are buried in the crypt of the current Cathedral, and the adjoining cemetery is the final resting place of over 4,000 early citizens of Vincennes.

Additional Details

This location is wheelchair accessible.

Hours

Daily: 9:00am - 5:00pm (self-guided tours)

Admission Details: For more information please call the Vincennes/Knox Co. Visitors & Tourism Bureau at 1.800.886.6443 Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm (ET).

Contact

Phone: 800.886.6443  *toll free

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