National Register of Historic Places

Monastery and Church of Saint Michael the Archangel

Union, Hudson County, New Jersey
Listed
March 6, 1986
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
86000418

About this property

The Monastery and Church of Saint Michael the Archangel, known locally as Saint Michael's Monastery Church, is a state and national historic place in Union City, New Jersey, United States. Formally opened in 1869 and completed in 1875, the grounds of the complex are bounded West Street and Summit Avenue between 18th and 21st Streets. The small street leading to its front entrance from the east is called Monastery Place. At one time the largest Roman Catholic church in Hudson County, it has since become home to a Presbyterian congregation while part of the grounds are used for housing and education. At one time its walls were adorned by artwork by Hildreth Meière, until rain damage prompted their removal from public view.

Location

2019 West St.
Union, Hudson County, New Jersey
40.76589, -74.03686

Categories

ARTARCHITECTURERELIGION
Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Monastery and Church of Saint Michael the Archangel listed on the National Register?

Monastery and Church of Saint Michael the Archangel was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 6, 1986.

What type of historic resource is Monastery and Church of Saint Michael the Archangel?

Monastery and Church of Saint Michael the Archangel is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

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The period of significance for Monastery and Church of Saint Michael the Archangel is recorded as the industrial era.

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