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Standing at one of the city's highest points, this soaring Gothic cathedral extends almost the length of two football fields and pierces the city's skyline.
The church's grandeur is evidenced in its stunning features: soaring vaulting, sparkling stained glass windows, and intricate carvings. The Space Window contains a piece of lunar rock presented to the cathedral by the astronauts of Apollo XI. Fanciful gargoyles and dramatic sculpture adorn the exterior.
Although a Christian church, the Cathedral welcomes persons of all faiths and is frequently the site of interfaith and ecumenical services. Services of celebration for the swearing in of a president, thanksgiving for the release of hostages, and mourning for the death of a leader are examples of the Cathedral's national purpose.
The Cathedral offers programs on spirituality, occasional special exhibits, specialty tours, lectures, monthly labyrinth, organ demonstrations, and musical events. Highlights tours are offered daily. Groups must have reservations.
The Bishop's Garden, on the Cathedral grounds, is a medieval-styled walled garden with ancient boxwood's, herbs, and a rose garden
For more information: www.cathedral.org
Amenities
- Guided tours available
- Motor Coach/Bus Parking
- Private Tour
- Open to public
- Produces public facing events
- ATM
- Non-Profit Organization
Additional Information
Largest Capacities
Banquet capacity: 1000, Theatre capacity: 2000, Reception capacity: 1500
Distance to Metro
1.25 Miles
Floorplans
Nearby Landmarks
National Zoo
Group Maximum
60
Length of Tour
Less than 1 hour
Discount
Membership Discounts, Military Discounts
Metro Station
Tenleytown-AU
Parking
Self
Metro Line
Red
Payment Options
Cash, Discover, MasterCard, Personal Checks, Visa
