Saint Benedict's Monastery
Saint Benedict's Monastery, Benedictine monastery in St. Joseph, US.
Saint Benedict's Monastery features a Sacred Heart Chapel with a 135-foot dome supported by Ionic columns and Beaux-Arts architectural elements.
The monastery began in 1863 when Benedictine sisters from Saint Walburg Abbey in Bavaria established a religious community in Minnesota.
The Art and Heritage Place contains the Haehn Museum, which displays artifacts and artworks documenting the sisters' contributions to education and healthcare.
The monastery provides spiritual direction programs, workshops, and retreat opportunities through its dedicated Spirituality Center for visitors seeking guidance.
The monastery reached its peak membership in 1946 with 1,278 sisters, making it the largest women's Benedictine community in the world.
Location: St. Joseph
GPS coordinates: 45.56306,-94.31861
Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:01
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