Contributed by Franco-American Collection, University of Southern Maine Libraries
Description
Saints Peter and Paul Parish in Lewiston was founded in 1871 to serve the increasing numbers of French Canadian immigrants. The Dominican Order was responsible for the church. The current building was constructed beginning in 1934. The original church was demolished because it was too small.
About This Item
- Title: Sts. Peter and Paul Basilica, Lewiston, 2005
- Creator: Dan Philbrick
- Creation Date: 2005
- Subject Date: 2005
- Location: Lewiston, Androscoggin County, ME
- Media: Photographic print
- Dimensions: 12.7 cm x 17.8 cm
- Object Type: Image
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
- French Americans
- Catholic church
- French-Canadians
- Ss. Peter & Paul (Church : Lewiston, Me.)
- Churches--Maine--Lewiston
- Basilicas
Other Keywords
- 1871
- 1934
- Basilica
- Catholic
- Churches
- Dominicans
- Franco Americans
- French Canadians
- Great Depression
- minor Basilica
- Parishes
- Saints Peter and Paul
For more information about this item, contact:
Franco-American Collection, University of Southern Maine Libraries51 Westminster Street, Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 753-6545
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