White Violet Center for Eco-Justice
Teaching, caring, inspiring for all creation
White Violet Center for Eco-Justice at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, is a ministry of the Sisters of Providence. You’ll find a herd of alpacas and a flock of laying chickens, a 5-acre USDA certified organic garden, orchards, bee hives, a Farm Store, and a nature trail. We also have educational workshops, cooking classes, and opportunities for internships and volunteering. Schedule a tour of the farm.
This is a working farm! You can be a part of it!
Organic gardening
There are several ways you can get the freshest and safest vegetables, fruit and herbs from this ministry.
Internships
Experience hands-on learning and have an important part in the local food system.
Alpacas & fiber
Alpacas have been a part of this ministry since 1998. They provide beautiful garments to wear and contribute to the organic gardens.
Farm Store
Shop the Farm Store at White Violet Center for organic produce grown at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods and many other locally made products. Honey, maple syrup, coffee, raw milk cheese, pet treats, and much more.
Alpaca items
See alpaca and White Violet Center items at the website for Linden Leaf Gifts, the Sisters of Providence gift shop.
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Sunday Brunch at the Woods
On Sundays enjoy both traditional breakfast favorites and homestyle lunch dishes catered by Bon Appétit. They cook from scratch using fresh, authentic ingredients using local farms and artisans whenever possible. In addition to the buffet you can also enjoy an omelet bar, waffle station and meat carving area. Delectable desserts and your choice of beverages are also included.
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Woodhaven House Blessing/Ribbon Cutting
The Woodhaven Retreat Center ribbon cutting takes place at 1 p.m., on Tuesday, May 31
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Art & Soul Creation Guild
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