About Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica
Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica is a Catholic church located at 1140 MADISON AVENUE, Covington, KY, 41015. You can reach Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica at +18594312060.
Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica is one of 131 churches we list in Covington, among 6,768 across Kentucky. It falls within Kenton County and the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN metro area. It is counted among 18 Catholic churches in Covington, part of 356 in the Catholic tradition across Kentucky. Its fabric is recorded as Gothic Revival. It is administered within the Diocese of Covington.
Where is Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica located?
Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica is located at 1140 MADISON AVENUE, Covington, KY, 41015. The building sits at coordinates 39.07787, -84.50856, placing it in Covington, KY 41015.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
The neighborhood around Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica
The ZIP code 41015 area around Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica is home to 20,925 residents with a median household income of $63,183 and a median age of 39.0 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica
Roman Catholic parishes follow a structured liturgy called the Mass, celebrated worldwide in the same order.
- Mass lasts about an hour and includes Scripture readings, a homily, hymns, and Holy Communion.
- Visitors are welcome. Only baptized Catholics in good standing receive Communion; others come forward with arms crossed for a blessing.
- Dress is modest but not formal — business casual is typical for Sunday Mass.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica on the National Register of Historic Places
Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 73000812, added to the Register on 1973-07-20.
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Churches sharing the architectural tradition of Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica
5 other US churches in the Gothic Revival tradition are indexed in Churches List.
- Cathedral of Christ the King Atlanta, GA
- St. Francis of Assisi New York, NY · est. 1892
- Saint John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church New York City, NY · est. 1840
- Most Blessed Sacrament Detroit, MI · est. 1915
- Blessed Sacrament Church Seattle, WA
Churches in the same diocese as Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica
Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica shares an ecclesiastical jurisdiction with 3 other parishes indexed in Churches List.
- Mother of God Church Covington, KY
- Saint Benedict Church Covington, KY
- St. Mary's Cath. Bas. Of the Assumption Covington, KY
Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica by the numbers
Questions and answers about Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica
- What denomination is Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica?
- This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
- Where is Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica located?
- Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica is located at 1140 MADISON AVENUE, Covington, KY, 41015.
- Is Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica on the National Register of Historic Places?
- Yes — NRHP reference 73000812, added 1973-07-20.
- What is the architecture of Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica?
- Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica is a Gothic Revival building.
Photographs of Cathedral of the Assumption Basilica
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