Trinity Church anchors the east side of Copley Square in Boston’s Back Bay and is widely regarded as a masterpiece of American architecture. Designed by Henry Hobson Richardson and completed in 1877, it gave its name to the bold, monumental style known as Richardsonian Romanesque. The church’s massive forms, richly colored interior, and integrated program of murals and stained glass, much of it created by artist John La Farge, make it a landmark of 19th-century design.
An active Episcopal parish, Trinity Church welcomes visitors to admire its soaring interior and intricate artistry, and it is frequently celebrated as one of the most significant buildings in the country. Its setting on Copley Square, across from the Boston Public Library and reflected in the glass of the nearby John Hancock Tower, makes it a centerpiece of Back Bay. Check the official website for visiting hours, tours, and service times.
Good to know
- An active Episcopal church that also welcomes visitors
- A landmark of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture, completed in 1877
- Features interior murals and stained glass associated with John La Farge
- Check the official site for tour availability and service times
Getting there
- Address: 206 Clarendon Street, Boston, MA 02116
- Neighborhood: Back Bay (Copley Square)
- Nearest T: Copley (Green Line); Back Bay (Orange Line / commuter rail) is also nearby