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Interior nave and baptismal font of the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston, Maine

Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

Lewiston, Maine

The Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul in Lewiston, ME is a Catholic minor basilica known for its Gothic Revival architecture, dedicated October 23, 1938 and elevated to basilica status on October 4, 2004, by Pope John Paul II. This Gothic masterpiece is adorned with twelve bronze chandeliers, intricate wood carvings, vibrant stained-glass windows, and numerous medallions that honor the Dominican history of the parish—including depictions of St. Dominic and the Dominican seal above the high altar.

Name
Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
State
Maine
Diocese
Diocese of Portland
Elevated to Basilica
2004
By
Pope John Paul II
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