Catholic · WI · est. 1901 · Historic register

The Basilica of Saint Josaphat

2333 South 6th. St., Milwaukee, WI 53215

About The Basilica of Saint Josaphat


The Basilica of Saint Josaphat is a Catholic church located at 2333 South 6th. St., Milwaukee, WI, 53215. The Basilica of Saint Josaphat was founded in 1901. You can reach The Basilica of Saint Josaphat at +14146455623.

Patron saint of The Basilica of Saint Josaphat


Other churches named after Saint Josaphat


5 other churches named in honor of Saint Josaphat are indexed in Churches List. The most-reviewed of those appear below.

The Basilica of Saint Josaphat through the years


  1. 1901 Founded
  2. 1973-03-07 Added to the National Register

Where is The Basilica of Saint Josaphat located?


The Basilica of Saint Josaphat is located at 2333 South 6th. St., Milwaukee, WI, 53215. The building sits at coordinates 43.00244, -87.91890, placing it in Milwaukee, WI 53215.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

The neighborhood around The Basilica of Saint Josaphat


The ZIP code 53215 area around The Basilica of Saint Josaphat is home to 59,400 residents with a median household income of $49,091 and a median age of 31.4 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

59,400 Residents in ZIP 53215
31.4 Median age
$49,091 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at The Basilica of Saint Josaphat


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.

The Basilica of Saint Josaphat on the National Register of Historic Places


The Basilica of Saint Josaphat is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 73000089, added to the Register on 1973-03-07.

Read the official NPS nomination for The Basilica of Saint Josaphat →

Churches sharing the architectural tradition of The Basilica of Saint Josaphat


3 other US churches in the Renaissance architecture tradition are indexed in Churches List.

Churches in the same diocese as The Basilica of Saint Josaphat


The Basilica of Saint Josaphat shares an ecclesiastical jurisdiction with 5 other parishes indexed in Churches List.

Churches founded the same year as The Basilica of Saint Josaphat


5 other churches with a documented founding year of 1901 are indexed in Churches List.

The Basilica of Saint Josaphat by the numbers


125 Years of continuous worship since 1901
Renaissance architecture Architectural tradition
Erhard Brielmaier Architect (Wikidata)

Questions and answers about The Basilica of Saint Josaphat


What denomination is The Basilica of Saint Josaphat?
This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
Where is The Basilica of Saint Josaphat located?
The Basilica of Saint Josaphat is located at 2333 South 6th. St., Milwaukee, WI, 53215.
When was The Basilica of Saint Josaphat founded?
Founded in 1901.
Is The Basilica of Saint Josaphat on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes — NRHP reference 73000089, added 1973-03-07.
What is the architecture of The Basilica of Saint Josaphat?
The Basilica of Saint Josaphat is a Renaissance architecture building, designed by Erhard Brielmaier.

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Est. 1901 One of 1,077 Catholic churches in WI  ·  See the register →
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