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St. Stephen's Catholic Church

Boston, Massachusetts

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The church was designed by Charles Bulfinch, a prominent architect known for his work on the Massachusetts State House.

St. Stephen's is the last surviving church designed by Charles Bulfinch in Boston, making it a significant piece of architectural history.

Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, mother of President John F. Kennedy, was baptized at St. Stephen's Church.

Originally built as the New North Church in 1804, it was later renamed St. Stephen's when it became a Catholic church in 1862.

The church is an example of Federal-style architecture, characterized by its elegant simplicity and symmetry.

The interior of St. Stephen's Church features a stunning barrel-vaulted ceiling and intricate woodwork.

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