4 doors foyer

Entering the Gates of the Heavenly City

Stopping in the foyer of the Basilica, keep in mind that gothic architecture tells a “story in stone”, and each detail is created with spiritual significance.   

Walking through the interior doors into the church represents an entry through  “the gates to the Heavenly city”.  The gothic architecture of the Basilica draws the eyes to look up in wonder and awe.

Please walk through the door into the main church.

Welcome to St. Dunstan’s Cathedral Basilica!
  1. Welcome to St. Dunstan’s Cathedral Basilica
  2. Steeples, Pinnacles and Arches - A Gaze Toward Heaven
  3. The Holy Trinity Doors and the Four Gospel Writers are Inviting You to Enter
  4. Entering the Gates of the Heavenly City
  5. What is a Cathedral and What is a Basilica?
  6. Beginnings of the Catholic Church on Prince Edward Island and a Brief History of St. Dunstan’s Cathedral Basilica
  7. The Cathedral is in the form of a Latin Cross
  8. The Stellar Vaulted Ceiling: A Representation of the Heavens with a Message
  9. Who Was St Dunstan, the Cathedral’s Patron?
  10. A Multitude of the Heavenly Host - Over 300 Angels
  11. St. Dunstan’s 12 Consecration Crosses and 12 Pillars
  12. The Sanctuary
  13. A Multitude of Angels and Saints Praising God
  14. The Stained-Glass Rose Window
  15. Sanctuary Murals with Eucharistic Themes
  16. Shrine of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
  17. The Basilica’s Most Cherished Relics: Bishop MacEachern’s Boat, Mass Kit and Snowshoes
  18. St. Anne’s Shrine
  19. Our Lady of Victories Marion Shrine
  20. St. Joseph's Shrine
  21. Statuary of St. Dunstan’s Basilica: “May God be praised in this Angels and in His Saints!”
  22. Stained Glass Windows of the Basilica
  23. The Cathedral Bells
  24. Casavant Pipe Organ
  25. Stations of the Cross Along the Side and Entrance Walls of the Nave
  26. The Marble of the Basilica
  27. Thank You and Donations Welcome