St. Martin de Porres
(formerly St Columba's Church)
24th Street & W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
Type of Structure: Gothic-Revival Church
Year(s) of Construction: Unknown
Builder: Unknown
Gargoyle carver(s): Unknown
Location: Allegheny West Community of Upper North Philly
Websites: Info page from the Philadelphia Archdiocese Website
Interesting Features: Wonderful functional gargoyles, a very kool celtic cross, a couple of other carvings.
Personal Observations: This is a beautiful churcc. The neighborhood is a little... cagey, however, a girl across the stree spotted me taking pictures and asked to be photographed.
Photos/Images: (all photos on this page can be "clicked on" to see larger versions)