Sainte Marie Church

Municipality of the District of Clare, CA

Église Sainte-Marie is a former Catholic church in Church Point, Nova Scotia, Canada. It is one of the largest and tallest wooden buildings in North America. Built in the form of a cross, the church nave measures 58 metres (190 feet) in length, with transepts that are 41 m (135 ft) across. The churc

h spire rises 56 m (184 ft) from floor to steeple, with its cross adding another 1.67 m (5 ft 6 in). Originally 4.6 m (15 ft) taller, the church steeple was struck by lightning in 1914, requiring part of the spire to be rebuilt. The church was officially deconsecrated on November 24, 2023.

Listen to the audio guide for Sainte Marie Church Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off