261 Johnson St
St. Mary's Cathedral; St. James Chapel
Is it a heritage property?
Yes. 261 Johnson St, Kingston is designated under the Ontario Heritage Act, Part IV (as an individual property).
Designation is the strongest protection under the Act and is not affected by the January 1, 2027 deadline. Source: City of Kingston — Heritage Properties, as of October 12, 2026.
A place of worship. Many are being sold or closed; see Regeneration Works for ways to keep them in community use, and other places of worship at risk.
At a glance
- Year built
- 1843-48, 1889-92
- Heritage neighbours
- 31 other heritage properties within 100 m
- Designation
- Part IV (individual property)
- By-law
- 84-65
- Ward
- District 11 King’s Town
- Location
- Matched to the municipal address
The cornerstone of this Church was laid in September, 1843, the interior finished in 1851, stained glass windows installed in 1885 and the three front towers erected by 1892. G. Murray was the first architect; Joseph Connolly designed the facade. The Cathedral forms the dominant part of the complex.Statement of cultural heritage value, from City of Kingston — Heritage Properties
Building details from the municipality's register unless marked otherwise.
Condition on the ground
No condition reports yet.
A vacant or neglected heritage building can be reported to the municipality's property standards or by-law office (311 in most cities). Photos must be taken from public property and must not show people.
Community collection
No historic photos, documents or recollections yet. Do you have one?
History on this site
- First recorded as designated
Other heritage properties on this street
- 35 Johnson StDesignated
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Source: City of Kingston — Heritage Properties, as of October 12, 2026.
Contains information licensed under the Open Data Licence – City of Kingston.
Not legal advice. Confirm status with the municipality.