EPISODE · Oct 12, 2025 · 37 MIN
The History of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis
from History of the Lou - NewsRadio 1120 KMOX
The Cathedral Basilica, also known as the New Cathedral in the Central West End has one of the largest collections of mosaics in the world. It is amazing. Local architect, historian, and author John Guenther stops by to talk with Sue about its history. Guenther has just written a book entitled, "The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis - An Illustrated Timeline". The mosaics, as you can imagine took DECADES to complete, and cover 83,000 square feet! Listen to find out how many pieces of glass it took, and how many shades of color are involved...it is mind-boggling! John will be doing a book-signing at the Cathedral Basilica on 11/2/25 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. if you'd like to meet him and see the Cathedral.
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The Cathedral Basilica, also known as the New Cathedral in the Central West End has one of the largest collections of mosaics in the world. It is amazing. Local architect, historian, and author John Guenther stops by to talk with Sue about its history. Guenther has just written a book entitled, "The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis - An Illustrated Timeline". The mosaics, as you can imagine took DECADES to complete, and cover 83,000 square feet! Listen to find out how many pieces of glass it took, and how many shades of color are involved...it is mind-boggling! John will be doing a book-signing at the Cathedral Basilica on 11/2/25 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. if you'd like to meet him and see the Cathedral.
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