Church of St. Mary the Virgin Complex
historic place
The Church of St. Mary the Virgin Complex, a historic place in New York, New York, is an Episcopal church within the Anglo-Catholic tradition. The Society of the Free Church of Saint Mary the Virgin was incorporated in 1868. The current complex, designed by Napoleon LeBrun & Sons, was completed in 1895. Its French Gothic-inspired design is recognized as one of New York's finest from the late 19th century. Notably, this church was among the first globally to use a concealed steel skeleton in its construction, redefining traditional building methods. The complex was designated a New York City landmark in 1989 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. This site reflects significant architectural innovation and religious history in New York City.