The chimeras and gargoyles that adorn the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption in Covington were returned to their Covington home earlier this year after being removed in 2023 to be molded and recast. Renowned local photographers Glenn Hartong and Michael Keating were allowed an up-close look this week, capturing photos of the newly recast figures […]
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Chimera return to the top of the Cathedral Basilica in Covington
Restored ornamentations known as chimera are once again atop the parapets of the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption in Covington. They were reinstalled last week, marking the latest in a process of recasting the terra cotta figures throughout the structure. There are 58 figures in all, known collectively as grotesques: 26 on top called chimera […]
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‘America’s Notre Dame’ gets a rehab, gargoyles and all
Gargoyles have watched over this small Kentucky city for more than a century from their lofty perches on a cathedral known as “America’s Notre Dame.” A new renovation will ensure they keep their posts for years to come on the meticulously restored facade of the towering stone sanctuary. Workers in recent weeks have been installing […]
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New Kentucky Faith Trail leads visitors to NKY
Northern Kentucky has a new faith-based attraction. The new Kentucky Faith Trail extends from Wayne County to Bardstown to Northern Kentucky. It includes the local stops, Creation Museum, Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption, Mother of God Catholic Church, and the Ark Encounter. The trail has 11 faith-based experiences throughout the state that allow travelers to […]
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Figures overlooking Covington for more than 100 years to be removed, recast
The chimeras and gargoyles that adorn the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption in Covington have been removed to be molded and recast. The figures’ origins go back to the mid-19th century and have loomed over the cathedral for over 100 years. The cathedral collectively has 58 terra cotta figures, also known as grotesques. The chimeras […]
