Things To Do
People from all walks of life visit the Shrine and enjoy discovering this incredible woman’s story. Whether you're interested in history, art, or the outdoors, you’ll find it at our site. Discover for yourself Elizabeth Ann Seton’s inspirational life and the legacy that lives on in her name.
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Make the most of your time with us! Below are activities to give you a well-rounded experience, as well as info about our amenities.
- Begin your visit at the Visitor Center and watch the new 16-minute film to get an introduction into Elizabeth Ann Seton’s story.
- There is no admission fee for our museum. In the museum, see artifacts from Elizabeth Ann Seton’s life and view exhibits that highlight how her legacy has lived on, like our Civil War Sisters exhibit.
- Self-guided tours of our site are always available; simply pick up the Map & Guide at our Visitor Center.
Below is a video of the Historic Homes Tour.
Plan to spend about 1.5-2 hours to take a tour and spend time in the Museum and Basilica.
Accessibility
All of our sites, walkways and grounds are accessible to physically-challenged people.
Parking
Parking at the Shrine is free and plentiful.
Picnic Areas
There are two picnic areas on the grounds for your enjoyment. Please note that these are not covered areas, so they may not be suitable for use in inclement weather.
Hours
The Visitor Center and Museum are open M-Sat 10am-5pm and Sun 12-5pm.
The Basilica is open 10am-5pm Monday through Sunday.
Parking is free.
The grounds and historic cemetery are open year-round from dawn to dusk.
Directions
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