Which colony was established as a haven for Catholics?

Maryland was established as a haven for Catholics, primarily due to the efforts of Cecil Calvert, the second Lord Baltimore. In the early 17th century, Catholics in England faced significant persecution, and Calvert aimed to create a colony where they could practice their faith freely. Maryland granted religious toleration and encouraged Catholic settlers to migrate, making it one of the first places in the English colonies to support religious diversity and the protection of Catholic rights. This foundation was significant, particularly in an era marked by intense religious conflict in Europe and colonial America. The colony's Act of Toleration, passed in 1649, further exemplified its commitment to religious freedom, although it primarily protected Christians. Other colonies, while they may have had various motivations for establishment, did not specifically cater to Catholics in the same way as Maryland.