Saint Joseph Cathedral Saint Joseph’s has been around for nearly 200 years, 196 to be exact. Through the many years of its existence St. Joseph’s has had many architects and designs. Originally the building was a Spanish style establishment. It was first constructed in the early 1800’s in California. The last design was widely accepted at the time it was constructed. Today St. Joseph’s cathedral is a cherished icon of the community. St. Joseph’s cathedral has had about five different architects due to earthquakes and fires. In 1803 the first St. Joseph church was built, making it the first parish in California. This