Saint Vartan Armenian Cathedral
A replica of a 7th-century church, it is the first Armenian Apostolic Church cathedral in North America, located in Manhattan.

📜 First Armenian Cathedral in North America, consecrated in 1968.🔍 Replica of 7th-century Saint Hripsime Church in Armenia.

Why Go

✨ Unique Armenian architecture with double-intersecting arches🌟 Gilded pyramidal dome and beautiful stained glass windows and murals🏛️ Significant cultural and spiritual home for Armenians, rich history🌍 Institution of worldwide historical significance🎨 Large relief of Saint Vartan, patron saint, above main entrance🏙️ Unexpected cultural oasis in Manhattan

Tips

🕒 Tours available; clergy present daily.
📍 Located in Midtown Manhattan, near 2nd Ave and 34th St.

Hours

🕒 Tuesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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