St. Pius X Seminary, Dubuque

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St. Pius X Seminary is associated with Loras College, Dubuque, Iowa, and run under the auspices of the Archdiocese of Dubuque. The seminary prepares Minor Seminarians for the priesthood, specifically preparing candidates for entrance into Major Seminary & Theological studies. Through Loras, the seminary provides full training in Philosophical studies, while giving students the necessary religious studies courses required for entrance into Major Seminary. Founded in 1839 by Bishop Mathias Loras as St. Raphael Seminary, the seminary has operated under various names and conditions at Loras College until adopting its present name in 1954. St. Pius X has prepared countless Seminarians across Iowa & surrounding states for the priesthood, counting over 30 Bishops as alumni. Currently, the seminary is housed at the Vianney House and serves Seminarians of the Archdiocese of Dubuque and the Diocese of Des Moines. The current rector of St. Pius X Seminary is Fr. David Schatz and the spiritual director is Fr. Tom McDermott. ()

Coordinates: 42°29'7"N, 90°40'31"W

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St. Pius X Seminary – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Port of Dubuque Marina, St. Raphael's Cathedral, Diamond Jo Casino.

1.1 miNE
Museum, Maritime museum
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Dubuque
28 min walk • The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium is a window into the aquatic life and history of America's mighty Mississippi River, located in the river city of Dubuque, United States. This expansive facility, which seeks to educate and entertain its visitors...
1.1 miNE
Sailing, Park, Marina
Port of Dubuque Marina, Dubuque
28 min walk • The Port of Dubuque Marina is a 100% transient marina, there are no permanent slip holders. The Port of Dubuque Marina's seventy-eight slips include fifty-four 30", twenty 40", and four 50". By utilizing the end ties, or T-heads of the docks, the Port of Dubuque Marina can accommodate a boat up to 100" in length.
0.8 miNE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Raphael's Cathedral, Dubuque
20 min walk • St. Raphael's Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral and a parish church in the Archdiocese of Dubuque located in Dubuque, Iowa. The parish is the oldest congregation of any Christian denomination in the state of Iowa.
1.1 miNE
Nightlife, Casino, Gambling
Diamond Jo Casino, Dubuque
29 min walk • The Diamond Jo Casino is a gambling casino and entertainment complex located in the Port of Dubuque, in Dubuque, Iowa. The casino is owned and operated by Las Vegas-based Boyd Gaming, which also owns the Diamond Jo Casino - Worth in Northwood, Iowa.
0.7 miN
Neighbourhood
Fenelon Place Residential Historic District, Dubuque
19 min walk • The Fenelon Place Residential Historic District is a nationally recognized historic district located in Dubuque, Iowa, United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2015.
1 miNE
Concerts and shows, Entertainment, Convention center
Five Flags Center, Dubuque
26 min walk • Five Flags Center is a multi-purpose facility in downtown Dubuque, Iowa. It is named for the five flags that have flown over Dubuque; the Fleur de Lis of France, the Royal Flag of Spain, the Union Jack of Great Britain, the French Republic Flag of Napoleon & America's Stars and Stripes.
1 miN
Park
Washington Park, Dubuque
27 min walk • Washington Park is a small public, urban park located in Downtown Dubuque, Iowa, United States. The park encompasses an entire city block, bordered on the north by West 7th Street, on the west by Bluff Street, on the south by West 6th Street, and on the east by Locust Street.
1.1 miNE
Tower
Town Clock, Dubuque
29 min walk • The Town Clock is a large clock that stands in downtown Dubuque, Iowa. The clock has stood over the city for over 130 years. The present clock is the second "Town Clock"; the first collapsed in the 1870s, killing three people.
1.2 miN
Concerts and shows, Romanesque architecture, Theater
Grand Opera House, Dubuque
31 min walk • The Grand Opera House is an opera house located at the corner of 8th and Iowa Streets in Dubuque, Iowa that was built in 1890. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.
1.2 miNE
Museum, History museum
Dubuque County Jail, Dubuque
32 min walk • The Dubuque County Jail is a historic building at 36 East 8th Street in Dubuque, Iowa, United States. Completed in 1858, the jail is an example of the uncommon Egyptian Revival style. It is architecturally a highly original work of John F.
0.8 miN
Neighbourhood
Fenelon Place Elevator, Dubuque
22 min walk • The Fenelon Place Elevator is a 3 ft narrow gauge funicular railway located in Dubuque, Iowa. Also known as the Fourth Street Elevator, it is claimed to be the shortest and steepest railroad in the world. It was individually listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

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Which popular attractions are close to St. Pius X Seminary?

Nearby attractions include McMahon House, Dubuque (11 min walk), T. Ben Loetscher House, Dubuque (14 min walk), Garland House, Dubuque (16 min walk), Langworthy Historic District, Dubuque (18 min walk).

How to get to St. Pius X Seminary by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Pius X Seminary:

Bus

S. Grandview Ave & Bryant St • Lines: Orange (5 min walk)
Mercy Hospital • Lines: Blue (14 min walk)

Train

Fenelon Place (22 min walk)
4th Street (22 min walk)