Critical Dates

August 8, 1864

The society petitioned the municipal government for permission to construct the church.
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September 26, 1864

The Courant published a description of Patrick Keely’s architectural plans. It seems likely that by this point construction of the chapel was already underway.
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March 4, 1865

Construction of the chapel completed.
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May 2, 1865

The cornerstone was laid during a ceremony held at the church.
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August 4, 1865

The Courant published an update on the construction of the church.
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December 14, 1865

The Courant published an update on the construction of the church.
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June 15, 1866

The church was dedicated.
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