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Discover the Basilicas of the U.S.A.
Explore the 94 minor basilicas of the U.S.A., sacred places honored by the pope for their significance to the life of the Church. Fall in love with the story of the Church in America through the beauty, history, and faith of these remarkable sacred places.
New from Ave Maria Press
Basilicas: A Pilgrim's Guide to America's Most Remarkable Catholic Churches
Grady J. Connolly — known online as the Social Thomist — takes readers through all ninety-four Catholic basilicas in the United States, weaving history, architecture, spirituality, and personal reflection into a practical pilgrim's travel guide.
352 pages · $26.95 · ISBN 978-1-64680-460-3
"In a moment when beauty and orthodoxy are rising again, Basilicas is a powerful invitation to rediscover the sacred."
David Henrie — Emmy Award–winning actor, director, and producer
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Basilicas
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States & D.C.
1926
First designation
2024
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In the press
News & Interviews
The Catholic Herald
Article
Author Chronicles Journey to All 94 US Basilicas in New Guide
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Catholic University
Article
The Real American Dream: What America's Basilicas Reveal About Faith and Freedom
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Catholic World Report
Article
Grady Connolly Visits 94 Basilicas, Releases Book on the Experience
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Spotify
Podcast
Newt Gingrich Podcast: A Pilgrimage to all America's Basilicas
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Zeale
Interview
Exclusive: Young Adult Who Made a Pilgrimage to All 94 US Basilicas Says They Represent the Real American Dream
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ChurchPOP
Feature
Beautiful Basilicas in the USA
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YouTube
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A Pilgrimage to All 94 American Basilicas
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About the author
Grady J. Connolly
Content creator, author, and entrepreneur Grady Connolly spent four years traveling to all ninety-four minor basilicas in the United States. In his latest book, he shares the story of his journey and offers a pilgrim’s guide to help others discover and visit these remarkable churches for themselves.