St. Mary’s Church is a Romanesque-Style Beauty

The building housing St. Mary’s Church is located on South Broadway, across the street from where the Yonkers Carnegie Library once stood, and where the Yonkers City Hall still stands today. More than a church and greater than just a building, St. Mary’s Church is an iconic reminder of the historical character and integrity of Yonkers, a city that is open to people of all ethnic identities, races, religions, and from all walks of life.

The St. Mary’s Church Building, established in 1848, sits across the street from the present day Parish Hall located on St. Mary’s Street, a side street off of South Broadway. The Church is due south of Getty Square, which is the heart of downtown Yonkers. The newly developed Hudson River Waterfront, including many independent businesses, Lionsgate Studios, and new housing are all within walking distance to the church. This church serves this entire community as well as Nodine Hill, East Yonkers, Colonial Heights and Crestwood.

St. Mary’s Church is a destination stop for out-of-town visitors who wish to marvel at its stunning bell tower and Richardsonian Romanesque style of architecture. Designed by 19th Century Architecture Lawrence J. O’Connor, the main entrance of the church is hallmarked by a rounded arch that is buttressed by grand columns. A main altar was created with stone from the Yonkers quarry to commemorate the first parishioners.