The Little Known Church Hiding In Massachusetts That Is An Absolute Work Of Art

While Boston may be known for its beautiful cathedrals and chapels, it’s not the only place in Massachusetts where you can find an absolutely breathtaking church. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish in the town of Adams is one of the most striking places of worship in the state.

This beautiful church was founded in 1902. It is Polish-American Roman Catholic parish in the Diocese of Springfield which caters especially to Polish immigrants in Adams. In its early days, the pews at this church were filled with new Polish Americans who had come to Adams to work in the cotton and paper mills in town. The church is most remarkable for its gorgeous arches and colorful interior decorated with gold, crystal and gleaming marble.

Flickr/MOTT In January of 2009, the church was closed by decision of Bishop Timothy A. McDonnell of the Diocese of Springfield. Refusing to allow one of their community’s landmarks and spiritual centers to be shuttered, the parishioners of St. Stanislaus Kosta sat in vigil for an amazing 1,150 days. On February 18, 2012, it was announced that St. Stanislaus would reopen on Palm Sunday of that year.

Flickr/MOTT The church has been welcoming visitors and worshippers ever since. Even if you’re not Catholic or religious at all, it’s still worth dropping by this stunning building to reflect or simply marvel at the beautiful architecture.

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St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish is especially beautiful around the holidays when the church is bedecked in brilliant flowers and ornaments. You can find this beautiful spot at 25 Hoosac Street, Adams MA.

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In January of 2009, the church was closed by decision of Bishop Timothy A. McDonnell of the Diocese of Springfield. Refusing to allow one of their community’s landmarks and spiritual centers to be shuttered, the parishioners of St. Stanislaus Kosta sat in vigil for an amazing 1,150 days. On February 18, 2012, it was announced that St. Stanislaus would reopen on Palm Sunday of that year.

The church has been welcoming visitors and worshippers ever since. Even if you’re not Catholic or religious at all, it’s still worth dropping by this stunning building to reflect or simply marvel at the beautiful architecture.

Wikimedia Commons/John Phelan

For more of the most gorgeous churches in Massachusetts, check out our list of the state’s 10 most beautiful chapels and churches here.

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