St. Joseph's College and Mother Seton Shrine
St. Joseph's College and Mother Seton Shrine, Catholic education complex in Emmitsburg, US
The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton contains a museum, basilica, historic buildings, and educational facilities across 107 acres in Maryland.
Elizabeth Ann Seton established Saint Joseph's Academy in 1809, creating the first free Catholic school for girls in the United States.
The shrine features living history programs where interpreters present daily life from the 1800s, depicting the early days of Catholic education.
The site includes a visitor center with exhibits, artifacts, personal writings, and regular guided tours of Mother Seton's former residences.
The Stone House from 1750 and White House from 1810 remain standing as original structures where Mother Seton lived and taught students.
Location: Emmitsburg
GPS coordinates: 39.69440,-77.32190
Latest update: March 13, 2025 17:33
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