The Basilica of Saint Mary is an historic Roman Catholic minor basilica located along downtown Minneapolis' Hennepin Avenue, noted as the first basilica established in America. The beautiful church is noted as one of the United States' finest examples of Beaux Arts architecture, constructed in 1915 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. It is open to the public daily for exploration, with self-guided tour guides available for download or pickup at the church site. Free tours are also conducted on Sundays year-round, departing following morning mass services and lasting approximately 15 minutes. Sacred art exhibitions are showcased at the church's Blessed John XXIII Gallery, with free live musical performances held throughout the year, including the yearly Basilica Block Party music festival.

Address: 88 17th St N, Minneapolis, MN 55403, Phone: 612-333-1381

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