The Gothic Revival façade, the choice of brick as well as the uneven steeples are an architectural homage to the Marian Basilica in Cracow. U.S. Steel donated the steel for the structure since 90% of the parishioners worked at the mills.
The Gothic Revival façade, brick choice, and uneven steeples are an architectural nod to the Marian Basilica in Cracow. The fact that a significant portion of the parishioners worked at U.S. Steel's mills led to their donation of steel for the structure.