Completed in 1804, this Charles Bulfinch church reflects North End history, including Rose Kennedy’s baptism and restoration led by local women in 1965.
The only remaining church in Boston designed by architect Charles Bulfinch was completed in 1804. Its history reflects the neighborhood. In 1862, it became a Roman Catholic Church and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy and her father were christened here. On the pews are the names of the North End women and men who helped raise the funds for the church’s restoration in 1965. A marker in memory of Rose Kennedy commemorates her baptism.
The Boston Women’s Heritage Trail celebrates the past accomplishments of remarkable women in Boston, claiming their rightful place in our City’s history. Through education, reflection, and an interactive city-wide monument, we activate the powerful female side of Boston’s history.
