Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption
The neighborhood church casts a breast-shaped shadow that locals have come to call the “two o’clock titty.” San Francisco, California.

📜 Principal church of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, known for its modernistic architecture and unique shadow.
🔍 Modeled after the Cathedral of Saint Mary in Tokyo, completed in 1971.

Why Go

⛪ Experience a significant Catholic church
👀 Witness the "two o’clock titty" shadow phenomenon
🎶 Attend beautiful liturgies and concerts
🏛️ Admire Structural Expressionist Modern architecture

Why Avoid

⚠️ Past controversy regarding sprinklers to deter homeless

Tips

⏰ Shadow best seen around 2 p.m. from the corner of Rose and Octavia.
🗓️ Check the official website for special holiday schedules.

Hours

🕒 Daily from first Mass until 5 PM. Office Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 5 PM (closed 12-1 PM).

📍 Address

1111 Gough St. @ Geary Blvd. San Francisco, CA 94109-6686

📞 Phone

(415) 567-2020

🌐 Website

www.smcsf.org

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