The Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani, Trappist monastery in Nelson County, Kentucky
The Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani spans 2,000 acres of farmland, featuring a three-story Neo-Gothic monastery building and multiple prayer spaces.
Founded in 1848 by 44 monks from the Abbey of Melleray in France, Gethsemani became the first Trappist monastery established in the United States.
The monks follow the Rule of Saint Benedict, maintaining a schedule of communal prayers, manual labor, and sacred reading throughout each day.
The monastery welcomes visitors to participate in daily liturgical services, including Vigils, Lauds, Mass, Sext, None, Vespers, and Compline.
Gethsemani Farms produces Kentucky bourbon fruitcakes and various fudge flavors, which the monks sell to support their monastic community.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: 1848
GPS coordinates: 37.66417,-85.52944
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:55
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