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In the Past photograph only the roads have changed.There was no Catholic church in Antrim before 1818 and so mass was held at various outdoor locations. The first chapel was replaced in 1870 with its Italian-style tower and is at the junction of Castle Street and Oriel Road. At one time the walls were painted black but thankfully they have restored them to their natural state, but it is still known locally as the Black Chapel.