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Old St. Ferdinand Shrine

Historical place museum · Florissant ·

Old St. Ferdinand Shrine

Historical place museum · Florissant ·
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Where in the World Is Saint Valentine?

"Built in 1821, the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine has more than just a long history of prayer. In addition to being the oldest extant Catholic church between the Rocky Mountains and Mississippi River, the building holds within its walls a significant piece of historical importance. The story of Valentines Day is a romantic yet convoluted one that involves the patron of lovers known as St. Valentine who helped early Christian couples to marry in secret. Though it is difficult to say who exactly St. Valentines actually is, his history has been preserved not only through the national holiday of Valentines Day, but also in the few relics that are scattered all around the world to commemorate him. One of these rare relics can be found right inside the Old St. Ferdinand Church. The Old St. Ferdinand Shrine on its own is an incredible sight to see, with outstanding design and beautiful models of old buildings.The buildings of the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places because of their collection of irreplaceable historical artifacts. In front of the altar is a wax replica of St. Valentine in front of the altar—and inside this life-like effigy is, allegedly, one of the relics of St. Valentine, given to Bishop Louis DuBourg by the King of France." - ATLAS_OBSCURA

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Historic 1821 shrine with St. Valentine relic and frontier artifacts

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1 Rue St. Francois St, Florissant, MO 63031 Get directions

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Historic 1821 shrine with St. Valentine relic and frontier artifacts

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1 Rue St. Francois St, Florissant, MO 63031 Get directions

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