Cathedral of Immaculate Conception, Kansas City

The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is proud to be the representative spiritual institute and Catholic symbol in the downtown area. It was founded in 1833 by a French missionary that first called the present Cathedral “St. John Francis Regis.” Constructed in the Baroque style, the stained glass windows depict scenes from the Bible. The columns give the cathedral a classic architectural touch. The dome is copper, but in order for it to be seen at night, and to give it more effect, it was gold-leafed in 1961. The Cathedral was built at 250 feel above the street level, on the highest area in Kansas City. Due to this, it shortly became a notable civic sight. The Cathedral is also a center of service, worship and learning.