Detroit in Wayne County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
St. Josaphat Roman Catholic Church Complex
Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, May 5, 2021
1. St. Josaphat Roman Catholic Church Complex Marker
St. Josaphat’s, founded on June 1, 1889, was the third Polish-speaking Roman Catholic parish established in Detroit. On February 2, 1890, it dedicated a combination church and school building. Within a decade plans were begun for a new church rectory and a convent. In 1901 this late Victorian Romanesque-style church was completed at a cost of $100,000. The church was designed by Joseph G. Kastler and William E. N. Hunter. Local carpenters, Harcus & Lang and the Jermolowicz Brothers, were the builders. The stained glass was crafted by the Detroit Stained Glass Works. In 1907 the convent was completed. The complex was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.Erected 1987 by Bureau of History, Michigan Department of State. (Marker Number L1281.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the Michigan Historical Commission series list. A significant historical date for this entry is June 1, 1889.
Location. 42° 21.382′ N, 83° 3.15′ W. Marker
Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, May 5, 2021
2. St. Josaphat Roman Catholic Church Complex Marker
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Sweetest Heart of Mary Catholic Church (approx. ¼ mile away); Friendship Baptist Church (approx. 0.3 miles away); Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church (approx. 0.3 miles away); Recreation Park (approx. 0.4 miles away); American Academy of Pediatrics (approx. 0.4 miles away); Brewster Homes (approx. half a mile away); Sacred Heart Parish (approx. half a mile away); David Whitney, Jr. Residence (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Detroit.
Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, May 5, 2021
3. St. Josaphat Roman Catholic Church
View of church from East Canfield
Photographed By J.T. Lambrou, May 5, 2021
4. St. Josaphat Roman Catholic Church
View of church from Chrysler Drive
Credits. This page was last revised on June 11, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 10, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. This page has been viewed 88 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on June 10, 2021, by J.T. Lambrou of New Boston, Michigan. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
