Hours
All Seton Heritage Ministries sites are open Tuesday-Sunday: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tours begin at 10:30, 11:30, 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00
On Mondays, only the Basilica is open: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
If you visit after hours, there is an audio recording of St. Elizabeth Ann’s legacy at the Stone House, White House, and Mortuary Chapel.
Holiday Closings
All Seton Heritage Ministries sites are closed for the following holidays:
- New Year's Eve—closed at 3 p.m.
- New Year's Day—closed all day
- Good Friday--closed at 2:45 p.m.
- Easter Sunday—closed all day
- Memorial Day—all sites are closed except for the Basilica
- July 4—all sites are closed except for the Basilica
- Labor Day—all sites are closed except for the Basilica
- Thanksgiving—closed all day
- Christmas Eve and Christmas Day—closed both days, except for Masses
We reserve the right to cancel or alter tour hours; and close early due to holidays, holy days of obligation/observance, and special events.
Upcoming Events
Bell & History Day
March 31 – Bell and History Day - History rings for the Bells of St. Joseph's at the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton! County wide event and collaborative program with Frederick Historic Sites Consortium. 10am-4:30pm. Come and enjoy living history and children programs. 339 S. Seton Ave, Emmitsburg, 301.447.6606 Read More
A Museum and Movie Night
Saturday, March 3, 4pm. Join us for Museum and a Movie Night featuring The Way starring Martin Sheen. This event is free and opening to the public. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. Read More
Holy Week Schedule 2012
Schedule of Masses at the Basilica beginning with Palm Sunday on April 1 Read More
News & Events
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross at the Basilica will be held at 12:45pm every Friday throughout the season of Lent. Read More
Seton Heritage Literary Guild
Seton Heritage Literary Guild (SHLG) – Tuesday, March 13, 10AM at the Visitor Center in the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Selection, “Friendship of My Soul,” by Sister Betty Ann McNeil, DC. Will meet on Tuesdays for 3 weeks. 339 S. Seton Ave, Emmitsburg, 301.447.6606 Read More
