Saint Meinrad Archabbey

Saint Meinrad Archabbey offers a peaceful and spiritual retreat with beautiful grounds and the opportunity to pray with the Benedictine monks. Founded in 1854, the Saint Meinrad Archabbey is one of only two archabbeys in the United States and one of 11 in the world. Today, the 95 monks of this Benedictine community still live by the Rule of St. Benedict, and the motto ora et labora (pray and work).  One of the primary works of Saint Meinrad has been the education of future leaders of the Catholic Church.  The monks operate a School of Theology, which offers education and formation for priests, permanent deacons and lay ministers for the Roman Catholic Church.

Guided tours of the Archabbey are available on Saturdays at 1:30 pm.  Self-guided and audio tours are also available, and group tours can be arranged with advance notice.  Don’t forget to visit the Abbey Press Gift Shop for inspirational religious gifts including cards, books, music, and so much more.

The Saint Meinrad Archabbey is located on Highways 62 and 545 in the town of St. Meinrad, IN.

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