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Photo of the Basilica at nightWelcome to America's First Cathedral, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in Baltimore, Maryland. We are a National Shrine, Marian Shrine, National Historic Landmark, and Co-Cathedral of Baltimore, and we welcome all to visit and worship in what Pope John Paul II referred to as "the worldwide symbol of religious freedom." 

The Baltimore Basilica, built from 1806-1821, was closed from April 2004 until November 2006, for a major restoration to return the church to its original design, as envisioned by America's first bishop, John Carroll, and as planned by renowned architect Benjamin Henry Latrobe. The Basilica reopened with much fanfare and celebration, just in time to commemorate her 200th Anniversary. Within the first year of reopening, over 200,000 visitors were welcomed from all over the world, to walk through history, rejoice in faith, and admire the Basilica's stunning architecture and artwork. The Basilica is also one of Baltimore's beloved cultural institutions, offering educational tours daily, as well as hosting uplifting concerts and informative lectures.

Thank you for visiting our website today.  If you haven't already visited our beautiful Basilica, we invite you to visit and experience one of America's most historic houses of worship, and masterpiece of American architecture.

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09/02/08
Tickets are going fast, so get yours today!
On September 28, 2008, from 1-5pm, the Baltimore Basilica will host the first annual Bull & Oyster Roast, at Martin’s East, located at 9000 Pulaski Highway...
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08/28/08
Fall & Winter Cultural Calendar
The Basilica's fall and winter cultural calendar is now available.  Please visit our concert and lecture pages to see all the exciting events taking place over the next four months!
08/18/08
Labor Day Hours
On Monday, September 1, the Basilica will be open from 8am until 10am, with one Mass at 9am. There will be no tours offered on Labor Day, and the Gift Shop will be closed.
08/11/08
Feast of the Assumption
The Feast of the Assumption is celebrated on Thursday, August 15, and is a Holy Day of Obligation.  
Mass will be celebrated at 7:30am, 12:10pm, 5:30pm.  Assumption medals will be distributed at all three Masses.
07/28/08
First Annual Basilica Bull & Oyster Roast!
On September 28, 2008, from 1-5pm, the Baltimore Basilica will host the first annual Bull & Oyster Roast, at Martin’s East, located at 9000 Pulaski Highway...
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