Tracing Traditions Tour Series: #2 (1840s-1860s) Holy Cross- Immaculata

Tracing Tradition takes you on a journey to six historic churches over six months, uncovering the evolution of Cincinnati’s Catholic community. Discover the people, traditions, and events that shaped these sacred spaces and their enduring legacy.

The journey continues at stop #2: Holy Cross-Immaculata Church in Mount Adams, an iconic Catholic site. Learn about the origins of the Good Friday pilgrimage and its famed "Steps of Prayer." Hear the stories of the Lourdes grotto and the St. Patrick statue and take in stunning views of the Cincinnati skyline from this architectural gem. This tour highlights the determination and faith of the Catholic immigrants who built this historic landmark, as well as the tension that occurred between two of these immigrant groups.