Washington National Cathedral A House of Prayer For All People
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Online Morning Prayer
Today With the Cathedral
Full Calendar
Self-Guided Sightseeing
Ticketed Admission
Online Morning Prayer
Online Only
Free
Noon Eucharist with Hymns
Bethlehem Chapel
Free
Midday Music
Nave
Included with Sightseeing
Weekday Choral Evensong
Great Choir
Free
The Big Sing
Nave
Free
Praying for the Nation with the Cathedral
'a better way' initiative
As the sacred ground where the nation gathers for prayer at pivotal moments in our life together, the Cathedral will be open for prayer and meditation on Election Day as votes are cast, and on the day after as votes are counted. Learn more below about the schedule of services; livestreams will be available.
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Discover the Cathedral
From worship to majestic architecture to soul-stirring music to thought-provoking public programs, these highlights showcase the best the Cathedral has to offer.
Want to come tour the Cathedral in person? See all of our sightseeing and touring options by planning your visit below.
Plan Your Visit
Advent & Christmas at the Cathedral
coming soon
We can't wait to welcome you in-person and online to Cathedral services and concerts this holiday season. Passes for select Christmas services will be available starting Nov. 18. Tickets for Handel's Messiah are on sale now. Browse our complete schedule below.
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Introducing Cathedral Close Online
digital ministry
We're excited to introduce our new digital space where all who follow the Cathedral online can make meaningful connections, find fellowship and community, and deepen relationships with one another and with God. Learn more below and join today.
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Explore Cathedral Highlights
Every person is a beloved child of God, and our hope is that every person can find themselves reflected in the stories we tell here at the Cathedral. Take a dive into the highlights of the Cathedral, and look for the ways your story is told in our art and architecture.
The Space Window: The Unexpected Story of How It Came to Be
Google Arts & Culture
Go in-depth with a feature on the Cathedral's iconic Space Window on Google Arts and Culture.
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