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    St. Paul's Episcopal Church

    4.5 (13 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    St. Paul's Episcopal Church
    Evan G.

    St. Paul's Episcopal Church is a beautiful and welcoming church. I like that it is open and you are able to catch a quiet moment and explore the church. The design and layout of the church is wonderful and inviting. I enjoyed being able to experience this church.

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    Naty K.

    Among the drunk, boisterous people of the notorious Duval Street, this historical church stands out like a sore thumb, sort of like the Miami Beach Community Church on Lincoln Road does, while drag queens walk by. It stands as a symbol of the diversity within the city. The fact that it is white, the color of purity, makes it even more of a standout on a colorful street like Duval. St. Paul's has a history of...persistence. The land was originally given to the church in 1832 by the widow of John William Charles Fleming. The original building was made from coral rock, but it was completely destroyed in 1846 by a hurricane. A second church was made, from wood this time. The church grew steadily but then it was destroyed in 1886 by the Great Fire of Key West. A third church was built in 1887, and was also made from wood. I'm sure you can guess what happened next...yes, the church was once again destroyed by a natural disaster. This time, a hurricane, in 1909. I warned you that this was a story of great persistence! A fourth church was in the works in 1911, this time of concrete (a better, and sturdier choice than wood, don't you think?). This is the current church building that is standing. The first service was held there in 1919, and stained glass windows were ordered and installed in 1920. In 1931, the organ arrived in time for the Christmas service. The new building was not without its issues, though. In 1991, a major restoration was necessary to save the building from collapse. The concrete used in the construction had been mixed with sea water and beach sand, which caused the steel reinforcing within the walls to rust and expand (sometimes, the easier and cheaper solution isn't the best, see?). This in turn caused many of the walls and columns to split. The restoration work was finally completed in 1993 and cost about a million dollars. The stained glass windows inside the church are beautiful, and it's worth a visit, while you're at Duval Street, just to take in a piece of history. As they say, if at first you don't succeed, try, try again. This church illustrates that saying very well.

    Tom T.

    Recommended. This is one of several iconic buildings in downtown Key West, Florida. Take a peek inside (if it's open) to gain a glimpse of yesteryear in a place still providing services today. The visual contrast to other buildings in town can be a bit captivating, as Key West features a variety of older but very different period structures.

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    Rebecca K.

    Came for the Tuesday 5:30 eucharist. Despite the fact that it was just my hubby and me for the service, the Pastor greeted us and went about the service as though there were 20 of us. I appreciated this very much as we had stopped by because I had missed two Sundays from being on vaca and just needed to check in, so to speak. Beautiful traditional church, by the way. Next time we will attend on Sunday morning so we can hear the organ.

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    This is a beautiful church. The stained glass is amazing. It is wonderful that it is free and open to the public.

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    Nice peaceful serene church. Didn't get to a service but was really impressed they had morning and evening prayer.

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    Gorgeous! What isn't to love about Key West and the history, architecture and all.

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    Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto

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    Beautiful! Nice, peaceful, place to get away and meditate. It's very nicely done. I would go again…read moreif I could. Highly recommend if you need a quiet place to pray and meditate while on vacation.

    Now what kind of Marian-lover would I be if I came to Florida & did not say hello to the local…read moreCatholic Church? And Saint Mary's has the usual Mother shrine but goes one better with an outdoor Grotto named Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto. It is magnificent AND powerfully protective. The Grotto includes the statues of Our Lady of Lourdes and Bernadette which was dedicated on May 25, 1922, the Feast of the Ascension. Sister Gabriel of the Sisters of the Holy Name designed the structure using natural rock gathered from these Church grounds and throughout the island. Sister Gabriel had survived three major hurricanes since her arrival in Key West on August 25, 1897 and was saddened by the suffering, devastation and heartache she had witnessed as a result of these terrible storms. It was her spiritual desire to keep Key West and its residents safe from future storms. This, in turn, inspired the devout nun to build the Grotto to seek heavenly blessings from Our Blessed Mother Mary, who is traditionally thought of as the gracious protector of seafarers. City lore notes that Sister Gabriel is said to have remarked on that dedication day that as long as the Grotto stood, "Key West would never experience the full brunt of a hurricane." And as all residents can attest, there has not been a severe storm on the island since the erection of the Grotto in 1922. This Grotto is featured in guided tours of Key West and television news crews broadcast live from in front of the Grotto when a hurricane threatens," said Wikipedia. The Grotto now hosts prayers in advance of hurricanes and tropical storms. Terrible 2017 Hurricane Irma glanced Key West and struck the Keys far from this area and many are the thanks given to Mary for this. Many Catholics come throughout the year to honor this Great Woman of God. In front of the Grotto, inlaid stones indicate a rosary. It is an honor to say the rosary and Hail Mary prayer in this beautiful shrine and grotto dedicated to Our Mother Mary.

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