Cathedral of St. Joseph, Hartford

Name: Cathedral of St. Joseph
Address: 140 Farmington Ave, Hartford, 06105, United States
Telephone: +1 860-249-8431

#18 among attractions in Hartford

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The Cathedral of St. Joseph in Hartford, Connecticut, United States, is the mother church and seat of the Archdiocese of Hartford. Dedicated on May 15, 1962, it stands on the site of the old cathedral which had been destroyed in a fire. It is located on Farmington Avenue just outside downtown Hartford. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1962 (62 years ago)Spire height: 281 ftCapacity: 1750Coordinates: 41°46'7"N, 72°41'32"W

Address

140 Farmington AveAsylum HillHartford 06105 United States

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+1 860-249-8431

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Cathedral of St. Joseph – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Cathedral of St. Joseph open?

Cathedral of St. Joseph is open:

Monday 7:30 am - 12 pm
Tuesday 7:30 am - 12 pm
Wednesday 7:30 am - 12 pm
Thursday 7:30 am - 12 pm
Friday 7:30 am - 12 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Cathedral of St. Joseph?

Nearby attractions include Trinity Episcopal Church Hartford, Hartford (2 min walk), Asylum Avenue District, Hartford (3 min walk), Imlay and Laurel Streets District, Hartford (7 min walk), Laurel and Marshall Streets District, Hartford (8 min walk).

How to get to Cathedral of St. Joseph by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cathedral of St. Joseph:

Bus

Sigourney Street Station (9 min walk)
Hartford Union Station (14 min walk)

Train

Hartford (14 min walk)