A 117-year-old North Carolina basilica battled leaks and storm damage, then underwent a $7.7 million first phase of restoration; it reopened daily to visitors, while the full preservation effort could top $30 million
- A century-old architectural landmark in Asheville, North Carolina, has reached a major milestone after years of deterioration threatened its distinctive dome and historic masonry.
- The Basilica of Saint Lawrence completed the first phase of a $7.7 million restoration and marked its reopening with a ceremony on October 10, 2026.
- According to Catholic News Herald, local outlet HERE Asheville and public radio station BPR News, the project focused on stopping water leaks, repairing storm damage and protecting the building for future generations.
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- A century-old architectural landmark in Asheville, North Carolina, has reached a major milestone after years of deterioration threatened its distinctive dome and historic masonry.
- The Basilica of Saint Lawrence completed the first phase of a $7.7 million restoration and marked its reopening with a ceremony on October 10, 2026.
- According to Catholic News Herald, local outlet HERE Asheville and public radio station BPR News, the project focused on stopping water leaks, repairing storm damage and protecting the building for future generations.
Sources: Times of India