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Let us ask Mother Seton, the Patroness of the Sea Services, to intercede for all that serve. LEARN MORE
The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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A Walk In History Character Tours
Step back in time to the year of 1846 and see the Historic Homes of Mother Seton from an entirely different perspective. You will join a costumed interpreter who is portraying a real person that knew, lived and worked with Mother Seton. Each tour lasts up to 75 minutes and includes opportunities not available on…
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Civil War Sisters Tour
On this specialty tour, discover all that the Sisters experienced around the time of the Battle of Gettysburg, and how they cared for the wounded on both sides. As the bloodiest battle of the Civil War raged just miles from the peaceful home of the Sisters, they could not ignore the call for help. After…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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The 1818 School Experience
It’s 1818 and St. Joseph’s Academy is alive and active with students. Our Junior History Interpretors will portray real students and will teach visitors what daily life was like as a student under Mother Seton’s care. Sundays: 1pm-4pm, Last Admission at 3:30pm Cost: $10/adult, $7/youth ages 7-18, and free for children ages six and under.…
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Sunday Mass 1:30PM
Please join us for Mass on Sundays at 11am and 1:30pm in the Basilica. Confession is available from 12:15-1:15pm in the Basilica lobby area. Adoration will be available in the Basilica from 12:15-1:15pm. If necessary, an outdoor overflow area will be available for Mass where visitors can hear the audio of the Mass and also…
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Virtual Book Club
Participate in the Seton Shrine’s Book Club and explore the life of Elizabeth Ann Seton as she trusted in God, fought for what she believed in, and left a legacy in the charism of charity. We will be reading Elizabeth Seton: American Saint, written by Catherine O’Donnell, and we invite you to join us for a…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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A Walk In History Character Tours
Step back in time to the year of 1846 and see the Historic Homes of Mother Seton from an entirely different perspective. You will join a costumed interpreter who is portraying a real person that knew, lived and worked with Mother Seton. Each tour lasts up to 75 minutes and includes opportunities not available on…
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Civil War Sisters Tour
On this specialty tour, discover all that the Sisters experienced around the time of the Battle of Gettysburg, and how they cared for the wounded on both sides. As the bloodiest battle of the Civil War raged just miles from the peaceful home of the Sisters, they could not ignore the call for help. After…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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The 1818 School Experience
It’s 1818 and St. Joseph’s Academy is alive and active with students. Our Junior History Interpretors will portray real students and will teach visitors what daily life was like as a student under Mother Seton’s care. Sundays: 1pm-4pm, Last Admission at 3:30pm Cost: $10/adult, $7/youth ages 7-18, and free for children ages six and under.…
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Sunday Mass 1:30PM
Please join us for Mass on Sundays at 11am and 1:30pm in the Basilica. Confession is available from 12:15-1:15pm in the Basilica lobby area. Adoration will be available in the Basilica from 12:15-1:15pm. If necessary, an outdoor overflow area will be available for Mass where visitors can hear the audio of the Mass and also…
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Pilgrimage for the Sea Services
Join us as we honor St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Patroness of Sea Services, and the military personnel who’ve served in a division of the Sea Services.
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Virtual Book Club
Participate in the Seton Shrine’s Book Club and explore the life of Elizabeth Ann Seton as she trusted in God, fought for what she believed in, and left a legacy in the charism of charity. We will be reading Elizabeth Seton: American Saint, written by Catherine O’Donnell, and we invite you to join us for a…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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A Walk In History Character Tours
Step back in time to the year of 1846 and see the Historic Homes of Mother Seton from an entirely different perspective. You will join a costumed interpreter who is portraying a real person that knew, lived and worked with Mother Seton. Each tour lasts up to 75 minutes and includes opportunities not available on…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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A Walk In History Character Tours
Step back in time to the year of 1846 and see the Historic Homes of Mother Seton from an entirely different perspective. You will join a costumed interpreter who is portraying a real person that knew, lived and worked with Mother Seton. Each tour lasts up to 75 minutes and includes opportunities not available on…
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Civil War Sisters Tour
On this specialty tour, discover all that the Sisters experienced around the time of the Battle of Gettysburg, and how they cared for the wounded on both sides. As the bloodiest battle of the Civil War raged just miles from the peaceful home of the Sisters, they could not ignore the call for help. After…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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The 1818 School Experience
It’s 1818 and St. Joseph’s Academy is alive and active with students. Our Junior History Interpretors will portray real students and will teach visitors what daily life was like as a student under Mother Seton’s care. Sundays: 1pm-4pm, Last Admission at 3:30pm Cost: $10/adult, $7/youth ages 7-18, and free for children ages six and under.…
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Sunday Mass 1:30PM
Please join us for Mass on Sundays at 11am and 1:30pm in the Basilica. Confession is available from 12:15-1:15pm in the Basilica lobby area. Adoration will be available in the Basilica from 12:15-1:15pm. If necessary, an outdoor overflow area will be available for Mass where visitors can hear the audio of the Mass and also…
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Virtual Book Club
Participate in the Seton Shrine’s Book Club and explore the life of Elizabeth Ann Seton as she trusted in God, fought for what she believed in, and left a legacy in the charism of charity. We will be reading Elizabeth Seton: American Saint, written by Catherine O’Donnell, and we invite you to join us for a…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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A Walk In History Character Tours
Step back in time to the year of 1846 and see the Historic Homes of Mother Seton from an entirely different perspective. You will join a costumed interpreter who is portraying a real person that knew, lived and worked with Mother Seton. Each tour lasts up to 75 minutes and includes opportunities not available on…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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A Walk In History Character Tours
Step back in time to the year of 1846 and see the Historic Homes of Mother Seton from an entirely different perspective. You will join a costumed interpreter who is portraying a real person that knew, lived and worked with Mother Seton. Each tour lasts up to 75 minutes and includes opportunities not available on…
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Back from the Dead Cemetery Walk
Back from the Dead Cemetery Walks take place October 16-18, 23-25, 30-31 and November 1 in the historic cemetery at the Seton Shrine, located at 339 South Seton Avenue in Emmitsburg, MD. Learn more about the walk in the video below. On the Cemetery Walk, as a guide leads you through the dark by candlelight,…
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Civil War Sisters Tour
On this specialty tour, discover all that the Sisters experienced around the time of the Battle of Gettysburg, and how they cared for the wounded on both sides. As the bloodiest battle of the Civil War raged just miles from the peaceful home of the Sisters, they could not ignore the call for help. After…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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Back from the Dead Cemetery Walk
Back from the Dead Cemetery Walks take place October 16-18, 23-25, 30-31 and November 1 in the historic cemetery at the Seton Shrine, located at 339 South Seton Avenue in Emmitsburg, MD. Learn more about the walk in the video below. On the Cemetery Walk, as a guide leads you through the dark by candlelight,…
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The 1818 School Experience
It’s 1818 and St. Joseph’s Academy is alive and active with students. Our Junior History Interpretors will portray real students and will teach visitors what daily life was like as a student under Mother Seton’s care. Sundays: 1pm-4pm, Last Admission at 3:30pm Cost: $10/adult, $7/youth ages 7-18, and free for children ages six and under.…
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Sunday Mass 1:30PM
Please join us for Mass on Sundays at 11am and 1:30pm in the Basilica. Confession is available from 12:15-1:15pm in the Basilica lobby area. Adoration will be available in the Basilica from 12:15-1:15pm. If necessary, an outdoor overflow area will be available for Mass where visitors can hear the audio of the Mass and also…
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Back from the Dead Cemetery Walk
Back from the Dead Cemetery Walks take place October 16-18, 23-25, 30-31 and November 1 in the historic cemetery at the Seton Shrine, located at 339 South Seton Avenue in Emmitsburg, MD. Learn more about the walk in the video below. On the Cemetery Walk, as a guide leads you through the dark by candlelight,…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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A Walk In History Character Tours
Step back in time to the year of 1846 and see the Historic Homes of Mother Seton from an entirely different perspective. You will join a costumed interpreter who is portraying a real person that knew, lived and worked with Mother Seton. Each tour lasts up to 75 minutes and includes opportunities not available on…
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Back from the Dead Cemetery Walk
Back from the Dead Cemetery Walks take place October 16-18, 23-25, 30-31 and November 1 in the historic cemetery at the Seton Shrine, located at 339 South Seton Avenue in Emmitsburg, MD. Learn more about the walk in the video below. On the Cemetery Walk, as a guide leads you through the dark by candlelight,…
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Civil War Sisters Tour
On this specialty tour, discover all that the Sisters experienced around the time of the Battle of Gettysburg, and how they cared for the wounded on both sides. As the bloodiest battle of the Civil War raged just miles from the peaceful home of the Sisters, they could not ignore the call for help. After…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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Back from the Dead Cemetery Walk
Back from the Dead Cemetery Walks take place October 16-18, 23-25, 30-31 and November 1 in the historic cemetery at the Seton Shrine, located at 339 South Seton Avenue in Emmitsburg, MD. Learn more about the walk in the video below. On the Cemetery Walk, as a guide leads you through the dark by candlelight,…
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The 1818 School Experience
It’s 1818 and St. Joseph’s Academy is alive and active with students. Our Junior History Interpretors will portray real students and will teach visitors what daily life was like as a student under Mother Seton’s care. Sundays: 1pm-4pm, Last Admission at 3:30pm Cost: $10/adult, $7/youth ages 7-18, and free for children ages six and under.…
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Sunday Mass 1:30PM
Please join us for Mass on Sundays at 11am and 1:30pm in the Basilica. Confession is available from 12:15-1:15pm in the Basilica lobby area. Adoration will be available in the Basilica from 12:15-1:15pm. If necessary, an outdoor overflow area will be available for Mass where visitors can hear the audio of the Mass and also…
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Back from the Dead Cemetery Walk
Back from the Dead Cemetery Walks take place October 16-18, 23-25, 30-31 and November 1 in the historic cemetery at the Seton Shrine, located at 339 South Seton Avenue in Emmitsburg, MD. Learn more about the walk in the video below. On the Cemetery Walk, as a guide leads you through the dark by candlelight,…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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A Walk In History Character Tours
Step back in time to the year of 1846 and see the Historic Homes of Mother Seton from an entirely different perspective. You will join a costumed interpreter who is portraying a real person that knew, lived and worked with Mother Seton. Each tour lasts up to 75 minutes and includes opportunities not available on…
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Historic Homes Tour
As a historic site and religious site, the Seton Shrine is the home of the first American-born saint, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. See where she lived and worked on our Historic Homes Tour. With a guide, explore our historic sites and discover the life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. On the Historic Homes…
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A Walk In History Character Tours
Step back in time to the year of 1846 and see the Historic Homes of Mother Seton from an entirely different perspective. You will join a costumed interpreter who is portraying a real person that knew, lived and worked with Mother Seton. Each tour lasts up to 75 minutes and includes opportunities not available on…
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Learning to Follow with Padre Pio and Mother Seton
| In Padre Pio and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we see the diversity of the saints, and how the drama of the human soul is expressed in many different ways. But what unites them is their “yes” to God, which unlocks the power of a true disciple of Christ.
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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s Exaltation of the Holy Cross
| Mother Seton suffered much during her life, from poverty and social hostility, to the deaths of many loved ones. She persevered and carried on her work, thanks to her faith and courage. But through it all, she always accepted her own weakness, knowing that the true source of her strength was the Crucified Christ.
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Beginning a New School Year with Our Lady and Mother Seton
| No matter what our family and its educational choices look like, God teaches and forms us through our daily struggle to love and serve those closest to us.
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5 Things St. Gregory the Great and Mother Seton Had in Common
| The wisdom of the Saints transcends time and place, as we see in the lives of St. Gregory the Great and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Separated by 1,200 years, each Saint lived in tumultuous times, balancing action and contemplation in ways that are relevant in any age.
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Saint for a New Nation: The Uncommon Docility of Elizabeth Ann Seton
| God calls forth new saints in every place and in every age. He needs only what he needed at Nazareth, when Mary first said “yes”—a willing heart. For the United States, he found such a heart in Elizabeth Ann Seton.
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St. Monica and Mother Seton: Joined in Joyous Surrender
| Letting go of fear and the desire to control our own lives leads to the true detachment and peace that mark the lives of Christ’s followers.
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How the Queenship of Mary Helps Us To Understand Mother Seton’s Courage
| We don’t like to put ourselves under the authority of another. For us, power is often synonymous with oppression. But in Christ, and in Our Lady, Mother Seton, and the saints, power exists in the framework of love. And when Love is what rules us, everything changes.
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The Call, the Cross, the Crown: Mother Seton and Maximilian Kolbe
| The Christian life asks of us devotion and suffering but promises to those who persevere the crown of eternal life.
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St. Jane Frances de Chantal and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: Made for Communion
| Even in seasons of loneliness, we were made to live with and for others. God provides the means to serve him through a community.
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The Fervor of Elizabeth Ann Seton
| The example of Peter during the transfiguration of Jesus on Mount Tabor warns us against taking easy roads to holiness, a lesson that Mother Seton embodied in her life. She always stayed on the narrow path, walking alongside Christ, all the way to heaven.
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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and St. John Vianney Remind Us That Jesus is Here, Alive in Our Hearts
| Adoring Christ in the Eucharist with reverence and devotion leads us to love him more and to know his presence in our lives.
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Mother Seton and St. Ignatius: Vastly Different; One in Christ
| When we see ourselves in the light of eternity, we know that the pains and sorrows of this world are nothing compared with the glories of heaven.
Home of the First American-Born Saint
Discover the inspirational life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton.
Seton Shrine Museum
Begin your visit with a brief film about Elizabeth Ann Seton and browsing our exhibits. including our latest, Sisters Today: A World of Difference.
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The Basilica
Awe-inspiring and amazing are a few words people have used to describe the Basilica.
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Civil War Sisters
Discover how the Daughters and Sisters of Charity continued Elizabeth Ann Seton’s ministry of charity, helping those who were in need or wounded during the Civil War.
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The Stone House
Step back in time while you tour the Stone House, which was originally built in the mid-1700s.
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The White House
This historic home was built in 1810 when Elizabeth Ann Seton realized one home wasn’t enough for all that she had in mind.
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St. Joseph's Cemetery
In 1809, Mother Seton and her companions took a walk through the dense woods on their property to select a site for a cemetery.
Read MoreElizabeth Ann Seton
The First American-Born Saint
Elizabeth Ann Seton was a wife and mother, and then found herself a widow at just 29 years old in 1803. Despite the hardships that she faced, she went on to do amazing work, and eventually became the first American-born saint in 1975. Visit this historic site and Shrine and see the museum, her historic homes, and the Basilica dedicated to her.
Elizabeth Ann Seton
The First American-Born Saint
Elizabeth Ann Seton was a wife and mother, and then found herself a widow at just 29 years old in 1803. Despite the hardships that she faced, she went on to do amazing work, and eventually became the first American-born saint in 1975. Visit this historic site and Shrine and see the museum, her historic homes, and the Basilica dedicated to her.