The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

Elevator & Basilica Restrooms Unavailable 2/27-3/3 and 3/6-3/10

For two weeks, 2/27-3/3 and 3/6-3/10, the elevator and the Basilica-level restrooms will be unavailable due to construction. Those visiting the Basilica, especially those who cannot climb stairs, should be sure to enter the Shrine on the Basilica level and be aware that restrooms are available only downstairs in the museum. Thank you for your patience.

Does Someone You Love Need Prayers?

Enroll them in the Seton Shrine’s Annual Mass Enrollment Society.

They will be remembered in all our regular Masses for an entire year, and their names will be written in the Book of Prayer at Mother Seton’s altar. And with your offering you’ll receive a beautiful Mass card of your choice.

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Easter Novena of Masses 2023

Click Below to Request Your Novena Mass Enrollment Cards

Give the gift of prayer this Easter. Send us the names of your loved ones you would like to enroll and they will be remembered in this series of Easter Masses.

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Home of the First American-Born Saint

Discover the inspirational life and legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton.

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.

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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.

Explore the Shrine