Catholic church · MD · est. 1880 · National Register of Historic Places · Verified -2.347519490544 days ago

St. Leo the Great Catholic Church

227 South Exeter Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
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4.8 · 144 Google reviews

About St. Leo the Great Catholic Church


St. Leo the Great Catholic Church is a Catholic church in Baltimore, Maryland located at 227 S Exeter St, Baltimore, MD 21202, United States. St. Leo the Great Catholic Church was founded in 1880. As of April 2026, St. Leo the Great Catholic Church holds a 4.8-star rating across 144 Google reviews. The St. Leo the Great Catholic Church parish office answers at +1 410-675-7275.

t. Leo's Church is a historic Roman Catholic church complex located within the Archdiocese of Baltimore in Little Italy, Baltimore, Maryland, United States. It is the 'core' of the neighborhood.

Patron saint of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church


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St. Leo the Great Catholic Church through the years


  1. 1880 Founded
  2. July 28, 1983 Added to the National Register

When does St. Leo the Great Catholic Church hold services?


St. Leo the Great Catholic Church publishes the following weekly hours: Thursday 9 am–3 pm, Friday Closed, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed, Monday 9 am–3 pm, Tuesday 9 am–3 pm, Wednesday 9 am–3 pm. All times are local to Baltimore, MD.

Thursday
9 am–3 pm
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Monday
9 am–3 pm
Tuesday
9 am–3 pm
Wednesday
9 am–3 pm

Finding St. Leo the Great Catholic Church


227 S Exeter St, Baltimore, MD 21202, United States

What to expect at a service at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church


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.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Thursday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

St. Leo the Great Catholic Church on the National Register of Historic Places


St. Leo the Great Catholic Church is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 83002939, added to the Register on July 28, 1983.

Read the official NPS nomination for St. Leo the Great Catholic Church →

St. Leo the Great Catholic Church by the numbers


146 Years of continuous worship since 1880
144 Google reviews to date
Renaissance Revival architecture Architectural tradition

Questions and answers about St. Leo the Great Catholic Church


What denomination is St. Leo the Great Catholic Church?
This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
What are the service times at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church?
Published hours: Thursday 9 am–3 pm, Friday Closed, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed, Monday 9 am–3 pm, Tuesday 9 am–3 pm, Wednesday 9 am–3 pm
What is the phone number for St. Leo the Great Catholic Church?
You can reach the parish at +1 410-675-7275.
Where is St. Leo the Great Catholic Church located?
The parish is located at 227 S Exeter St, Baltimore, MD 21202, United States.
When was St. Leo the Great Catholic Church founded?
Founded in 1880.
Is St. Leo the Great Catholic Church on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes — NRHP reference 83002939, added July 28, 1983.
How do visitors rate St. Leo the Great Catholic Church?
4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 144 Google reviews.
What is the architecture of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church?
St. Leo the Great Catholic Church is a Renaissance Revival architecture building.
Is St. Leo the Great Catholic Church 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. Leo the Great Catholic Church, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.

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