Visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
Founded in 1840 by Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana is a place to relax, reflect or pray. You can immerse yourself in our fascinating history and amazing architecture. Many of our buildings are now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Take a guided group tour or a self-guided tour where you can explore at your own pace. There is plenty to do indoors such as visiting the Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Gueirn, the Church of the Immaculate Conception and the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Animal and nature lovers will discover an abundance of trees and plants as well as a variety of creatures such as alpacas and chickens. You can do a little shopping and stop for a bite to eat. All are welcome.
Frosty morning at the Woods
We’ve had some beautiful frosty mornings lately at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Enjoy the view. It’s always a good time for a visit to these sacred Woods!
Virtual spiritual pilgrimage of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
Take a spiritual and historic walk around some of the sacred spaces at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods from the comfort of your armchair. We hope you enjoy reflecting on these sacred Woods.
Visit the Woods
Whatever it is that draws you here, plan to spend time at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. We welcome you with open arms and hearts full of love.
Elegance on display: Saint Mary-of-the-Woods added to National Register of Historic Places
“I thought, ‘it looks like a little piece of Europe was plunked down in the backwoods of Indiana.'"
L’association Providence-Armor
We can all become honorary members of L’association Providence-Armor.
Honoring Foundation Day
SMWC students to take part in Foundation Day of Service on Tuesday, Oct. 24
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods listed in National Register of Historic Places
'We’ve always known The Woods to be a special place which has touched and changed many lives for generations.'
Filipino Marian Pilgrimage Sept. 9, 2017
On Sept. 9 the Terre Haute Filipino community made a Marian Pilgrimage to the sacred shrines and spaces devoted to Mary at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. The gathering was held to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Mary’s apparition in Fátima, Portugal. Enjoy…
My favorite part: visits to the Woods have an impact
“My favorite part was praying with Mother Theodore Guerin because I felt her with me.” Children share letters after visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.
An unforgettable moment
'The grandeur of her humility and hard work is breathtaking and hard to process.'
Visiting a ‘Saintly’ relative
Descendant of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin visits Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
Beauty and Art in the Church of the Immaculate Conception
The Church of the Immaculate Conception, consecrated in 1907, features a majestic limestone structure filled with beautiful paintings, stained glass, sculpture and art. Thaddeus von Zukoynski painted all of the paintings in the church. He was Polish and graduated from the…
