St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Milwaukee
Saint Paul鈥檚 Episcopal Church, built in 1884, stands as one of Milwaukee鈥檚 most architecturally and historically significant landmarks. Designed by noted local architect Edward Townsend Mix in the Richardsonian Romanesque style, the church is constructed of dark red Lake Superior sandstone sourced from near the Apostle Islands. It鈥檚 also adorned with wrought iron details crafted by renowned blacksmith Cyril Colnik, enhancing its historic grandeur.
Founded in 1838, Saint Paul鈥檚 is Milwaukee鈥檚 oldest Episcopal parish and the third established in Wisconsin. Located in the affluent east-side neighborhood of Juneautown, it quickly rose to prominence as the spiritual home of many of the city鈥檚 elite. Its influence extended well beyond its walls鈥攎embers of the congregation helped establish Milwaukee鈥檚 Forest Home Cemetery, intended to be a peaceful resting ground outside the city鈥檚 expanding limits. Today, it remains the burial site of many of Milwaukee鈥檚 most notable early residents.
The church is best known for its stunning stained glass windows. It houses the largest collection of Tiffany stained glass in Wisconsin, including the largest single Tiffany window ever created鈥攁 monumental work based on Gustave Dor茅鈥檚 Christ Leaving the Praetorium, measuring 30 feet wide and 24 feet high. The window, up to two inches thick in places, reflects the scale and craftsmanship that have made Saint Paul鈥檚 a destination for admirers of sacred art and design.
Its design is believed to have been inspired by an unbuilt plan by Henry Hobson Richardson, published in the Architectural Sketch Book in 1873. Saint Paul鈥檚 received official recognition for its cultural and architectural value when it was added to the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Milwaukee Landmark in the early 1970s. It was also documented by the Historic American Buildings Survey in 1969.
Today, Saint Paul鈥檚 Episcopal Church remains a vital part of Milwaukee鈥檚 architectural and spiritual heritage鈥攁 rich blend of artistry, community, and history.
Founded in 1838, Saint Paul鈥檚 is Milwaukee鈥檚 oldest Episcopal parish and the third established in Wisconsin. Located in the affluent east-side neighborhood of Juneautown, it quickly rose to prominence as the spiritual home of many of the city鈥檚 elite. Its influence extended well beyond its walls鈥攎embers of the congregation helped establish Milwaukee鈥檚 Forest Home Cemetery, intended to be a peaceful resting ground outside the city鈥檚 expanding limits. Today, it remains the burial site of many of Milwaukee鈥檚 most notable early residents.
The church is best known for its stunning stained glass windows. It houses the largest collection of Tiffany stained glass in Wisconsin, including the largest single Tiffany window ever created鈥攁 monumental work based on Gustave Dor茅鈥檚 Christ Leaving the Praetorium, measuring 30 feet wide and 24 feet high. The window, up to two inches thick in places, reflects the scale and craftsmanship that have made Saint Paul鈥檚 a destination for admirers of sacred art and design.
Its design is believed to have been inspired by an unbuilt plan by Henry Hobson Richardson, published in the Architectural Sketch Book in 1873. Saint Paul鈥檚 received official recognition for its cultural and architectural value when it was added to the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Milwaukee Landmark in the early 1970s. It was also documented by the Historic American Buildings Survey in 1969.
Today, Saint Paul鈥檚 Episcopal Church remains a vital part of Milwaukee鈥檚 architectural and spiritual heritage鈥攁 rich blend of artistry, community, and history.
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Sight Name: St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Sight Location: Milwaukee, USA (See walking tours in Milwaukee)
Sight Type: Religious
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