James Renwick Jr.

Biography

James Renwick Jr. shaped the skyline of 19th-century America with meticulous Gothic Revival and Romanesque designs that include St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City and the Smithsonian Institution’s Castle in Washington, D.C. A visionary architect, he guided clients through ambitious projects with a blend of scholarly attention to detail and a commitment to lasting beauty.

His work earned him enduring esteem, and his presence at Green-Wood Cemetery reflects the city he helped adorn; he remains respected as a civic architect whose creations continue to inspire admiration.