Basilica of St. Lawrence to celebrate start of extensive $7.7M restoration project

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A landmark that’s over a century old and is iconic to downtown Asheville is about to undergo a facelift after a long fundraising campaign.

At 1 p.m. Oct. 17, the public is invited to celebrate the kickoff of the multi-phase restoration of the 116-year-old St. Lawrence Basilica, located at 97 Haywood St.

According to an Oct. 14 news release from the Diocese of Charlotte, the event will include music, prayer, remarks by church and civic leaders and a reception, featuring historical displays and drone footage…

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