White House
The house which is known today as the White House was the original “St. Joseph’s House” of the community and served as the first motherhouse of the Sisters of Charity.
During your tour, you can easily imagine the phenomenal growth of the household in the first years. Postulants came from all over.
"I am a name to keep up regularity and to say there is a head to the house. The chief work I do is to walk about with my knitting in my hand. I give my opinion, see that everyone is in their place, write letters, read, and give good advice."
--Elizabeth Seton’s letter to her dearest friend, Julia Scott, September 20, 1809
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.
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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
