Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Springfield, Illinois)

The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is the seat of the Catholic Diocese of Springfield in Illinois. The cathedral, for which the cornerstone was laid on August 14, 1927, was dedicated on October 14, 1928. The cathedral complex is built in a modified Greek Revival architectural style.

Cathedral of the
Immaculate Conception
Location in Illinois
39°47′36″N 89°38′55″W
Location524 E. Lawrence Avenue
Springfield, Illinois
CountryUnited States
DenominationRoman Catholic
Websitecathedral.dio.org
History
StatusCathedral
Founded1857
DedicationOctober 14, 1928
Architecture
Architect(s)Joseph William McCarthy
StyleGreek Revival
Groundbreaking1927
Completed1928
Specifications
Number of spiresOne
Spire height135 feet (41 m)
MaterialsMankato Kasota stone
Administration
DioceseSpringfield in Illinois
Clergy
Bishop(s)Most Rev. Thomas J. Paprocki
RectorRev. Brian Alford
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