Brownsville: Immaculate Conception Cathedral and Cemetery

Cathedral with a central front bell tower surrounded by a courtyard and iron gates
Cathedral with a central front bell tower surrounded by a courtyard and iron gates

1933 photo of cathedral with a central front bell tower in need of repair

Cathedral prior to restoration, circa 1933 (Library of Congress)

Cathedral doors and bell tower, circa 1933 (Library of Congress)

Built in 1856, Spanish missionaries of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate conceived and operated this cathedral in service of the Brownsville community.  Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980, the Immaculate Conception Cathedral is a significant architectural asset of South Texas and an object of pride for Brownsville residents.  

Immaculate Conception Cathedral and Cemetery

  • 1218 E. Jefferson St., Brownsville, TX
  • 956-546-3178
  • Visit Website
  • National Register of Historic Places
  • This is an active church. Please be respectful of services. 
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