About St. James Basilica
St. James Basilica is a Catholic Parish church in Jamestown, North Dakota located at 622 1st Ave S, Jamestown, ND 58401. St. James Basilica was founded in 1910. As of April 2026, St. James Basilica holds a 4.7-star rating across 106 Google reviews. The St. James Basilica parish office answers at (701) 252-0119.
t. James Basilica is a Latin Catholic parish church in the Diocese of Fargo as well as a minor basilica located in Jamestown, North Dakota, United States. A previous church building, completed in 1882, served briefly as a cathedral in the 19th century.
Patron saint of St. James Basilica
Other parishes named after Saint James
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Saint James
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Saint James Catholic Church
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Saint James Catholic Church
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Saint James Less Roman Catholic Church
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St. James
St. James Basilica through the years
- 1910 Founded
- October 22, 1982 Added to the National Register
When does St. James Basilica hold services?
St. James Basilica publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM, Thursday 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM, Friday 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed, Monday 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM, Tuesday 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM. All times are local to Jamestown, ND.
- Wednesday
- 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM
- Thursday
- 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM
- Friday
- 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
- Monday
- 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM
- Tuesday
- 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM
Where is St. James Basilica located?
St. James Basilica is located at 622 1st Ave S, Jamestown, ND 58401. The building sits at coordinates 46.90280, -98.70875, placing it in Jamestown, ND 58401.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Public parking 203 ft
- Public parking 230 ft
- Public parking 315 ft
- Public parking 449 ft
- Public parking 466 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.
The neighborhood around St. James Basilica
The ZIP code 58401 area around St. James Basilica is home to 17,410 residents with a median household income of $57,278 and a median age of 41.6 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 St. James 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 parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
St. James Basilica on the National Register of Historic Places
St. James Basilica is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 82001346, added to the Register on October 22, 1982.
Read the official NPS nomination for St. James Basilica →
Churches sharing the architectural tradition of St. James Basilica
5 other US churches in the Gothic Revival tradition are indexed in Churches List.
- Cathedral of Christ the King Atlanta, GA · est. 1939
- Sweetest Heart of Mary Detroit, MI
- St. Francis of Assisi New York, NY · est. 1892
- St. Mary Basilica Natchez, MS · est. 1882
- Most Blessed Sacrament Detroit, MI · est. 1915
Churches founded the same year as St. James Basilica
5 other churches with a documented founding year of 1910 are indexed in Churches List.
- Greek Orthodox Church Chicago, IL
- National Community Church Washington, DC
- Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque Jamestown, ND
- St. Mathias Jamestown, ND
- Our Lady of Vilnius Church New York City, NY
Your Sunday at St. James Basilica
St. James Basilica by the numbers
Questions and answers about St. James Basilica
- What denomination is St. James Basilica?
- This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
- What are the service times at St. James Basilica?
- Published hours: Wednesday 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM, Thursday 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM, Friday 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed, Monday 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM, Tuesday 8–11:30 AM, 12:30–5 PM
- What is the phone number for St. James Basilica?
- You can reach the parish at (701) 252-0119.
- Where is St. James Basilica located?
- The parish is located at 622 1st Ave S, Jamestown, ND 58401.
- When was St. James Basilica founded?
- Founded in 1910.
- Is St. James Basilica on the National Register of Historic Places?
- Yes — NRHP reference 82001346, added October 22, 1982.
- Who is the patron saint of St. James Basilica?
- Saint James (James the Greater, Apostle). Feast day: Jul 25.
- How do visitors rate St. James Basilica?
- 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 106 Google reviews.
- What is the architecture of St. James Basilica?
- St. James Basilica is a Gothic Revival architecture building, designed by George Hancock.
- Is St. James Basilica the official parish listing?
- This listing is compiled from public Google Business data and has not yet been claimed by the parish. If you represent St. James Basilica, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.
Photographs of St. James Basilica
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