Prince Gallitzin - Loretto, PA
N 40° 30.135 W 078° 37.833
17T E 700774 N 4486201
Demetrius Augustine Gallitzin is encrypted at the Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel.
Waymark Code: WM14EPH
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 06/24/2021
Views: 10
The tomb of the "Apostle of the Alleghenies" is open to visitors from dawn to dusk. There is a statue of him above the crypt. The tomb lies on the property of the Basilica.
The crypt is not handicapped accessible. There are steps leading to the tomb.
Parking is available nearby, on either side of the Basilica.
Description:
Demetrius Gallitzin was born into royalty at the Hague. He came to America as part of his education. He entered the Seminary and provided the foundation of the Roman Catholic Church in western Pennsylvania.
He has been named a Servant of God, the first step in possible Sainthood.
Date of birth: 12/22/1770
Date of death: 05/06/1840
Area of notoriety: Religion
Marker Type: Crypt (below ground)
Setting: Outdoor
Fee required?: No
Web site: [Web Link]
Visiting Hours/Restrictions: Not listed
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