About St Mary's Basilica
St Mary's Basilica is a Catholic Basilica in Natchez, Mississippi located at 105 S Union St, Natchez, MS 39121, United States. St Mary's Basilica was founded in 1882. As of April 2026, St Mary's Basilica holds a 4.8-star rating across 356 Google reviews. The St Mary's Basilica parish office answers at +1 601-445-5616.
t. Mary Basilica, formerly St. Mary's Cathedral, is a Catholic church in Natchez, Mississippi, and a parish church in the Diocese of Jackson. It was dedicated to the Virgin Mary under the title Our Lady of Sorrows on December 25, 1843.
Patron saint of St Mary's Basilica
Other parishes named after Saint Mary's
5 other churches named in honor of Saint Mary's are indexed in Churches List. The most-reviewed of those appear below.
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Catholic · Columbus, OH
Saint Mary's Church
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Episcopal · Jacksonville, FL
Saint Mary's Episcopal Church
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Episcopal · Phoenix, AZ
Saint Mary's Episcopal Church
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Catholic · Wausau, WI
Saint Mary's Roman Catholic Oratory
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Catholic · Detroit, MI
St. Mary's of Redford
St. Mary Basilica, Natchez
St. Mary Basilica, formerly St. Mary's Cathedral, is a Catholic church in Natchez, Mississippi, and a parish church in the Diocese of Jackson. It was dedicated to the Virgin Mary under the title Our Lady of Sorrows on December 25, 1843.
St Mary's Basilica through the years
- 1882 Founded
- September 17, 1979 Added to the National Register
When does St Mary's Basilica hold services?
St Mary's Basilica publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Thursday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Friday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Saturday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Sunday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Monday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Tuesday 7:15 am–4:15 pm. All times are local to Natchez, MS.
- Wednesday
- 7:15 am–4:15 pm
- Thursday
- 7:15 am–4:15 pm
- Friday
- 7:15 am–4:15 pm
- Saturday
- 7:15 am–4:15 pm
- Sunday
- 7:15 am–4:15 pm
- Monday
- 7:15 am–4:15 pm
- Tuesday
- 7:15 am–4:15 pm
Where is St Mary's Basilica located?
St Mary's Basilica is located at 105 S Union St, Natchez, MS 39121, United States. The building sits at coordinates 31.54322, -91.40095, placing it in Natchez, MS 39121.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
What to expect at a service at St Mary's 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.
Your Sunday at St Mary's Basilica
St Mary's Basilica by the numbers
Questions and answers about St Mary's Basilica
- What denomination is St Mary's Basilica?
- This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
- What are the service times at St Mary's Basilica?
- Published hours: Wednesday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Thursday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Friday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Saturday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Sunday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Monday 7:15 am–4:15 pm, Tuesday 7:15 am–4:15 pm
- What is the phone number for St Mary's Basilica?
- You can reach the parish at +1 601-445-5616.
- Where is St Mary's Basilica located?
- The parish is located at 105 S Union St, Natchez, MS 39121, United States.
- When was St Mary's Basilica founded?
- Founded in 1882.
- How do visitors rate St Mary's Basilica?
- 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 356 Google reviews.
- What is the architecture of St Mary's Basilica?
- St Mary's Basilica is a Gothic Revival architecture building, designed by James Hardie.
- Is St Mary's 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 Mary's Basilica, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.
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