St. Alban's Episcopal Church (Washington, D.C.)

St. Alban's Episcopal Church is a historic Episcopal church located in the Cathedral Heights neighborhood of Washington, D.C., adjacent to the Washington National Cathedral. It is part of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington.

Founded in 1854, St. Alban's predates the construction of the National Cathedral and served as the pro-cathedral before the Cathedral was built. The church is notable for its Gothic Revival architecture and its prominent location overlooking the city. The current church building, constructed of sandstone, dates primarily from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

St. Alban's has a long history of community involvement and social outreach, offering a variety of programs and ministries focused on serving the needs of the surrounding community. These include initiatives addressing food insecurity, homelessness, and educational disparities.

The church also maintains St. Alban's Parish School, a co-educational independent day school serving students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The school shares a close relationship with the church, reflecting the church's commitment to education.

The church grounds also include a cemetery.

St. Alban's continues to be an active parish within the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, holding regular worship services and engaging in various ministries and outreach programs.