cathedral

Visitors

watching mount monadnock over the altar
The Cathedral is open daily, May through October, from 9 am to 5 pm. A warm jacket is often necessary. Guided tours are available; groups are required to make reservations. There is a fee for group tours. During July and August, outdoor organ meditations are scheduled Tuesday through Thursday from 11 am to 3:30 pm, weather permitting. Visitors may encounter other musical recitals, church choirs, and small instrumental ensembles.

The Gift Shop features souvenirs, postcards and other memorabilia, including the beautiful photographs of the Cathedral of the Pines grounds by Gordon Ripley displayed on several pages of this web site.

museum
The pavilion is available, by reservation, for group picnics, bus tours and small family gatherings for a small fee. Bring your own lunch or use the services of local caterers. Pets are not permitted on Cathedral of the Pines grounds.

Visitors will find restaurants and overnight accommodations in the area, as well as many points of interest. Annett State Park, within one mile of the Cathedral is an excellent spot for picnics and other group outings. Nearby Mt. Monadnock is famous for its hiking trails and spectacular scenery.


the grounds and surrounding countryside at Cathedral of the Pines