Washington National Cathedral A House of Prayer For All People

Choir processing and carrying a banner that reads, "My House shall be called the House of Prayer for all People," in the Nave of Washington National Cathedral

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No Self-Guided Sightseeing Today

Close-up of visitor taking photo of stained glass windows during sightseeing tour

No Self-Guided Sightseeing Today

Self-Guided Sightseeing

Ticketed Admission

Available Monday

10:00am - 5:00pm

Reredos carving framed by flower arrangements in Cathedral's Good Shepherd chapel

10:00am - 5:00pm

Private Prayer Unavailable Today

In Person

12:30pm - 1:00pm

Interior view of the Carillon in the Bell Tower of the Cathedral

12:30pm - 1:00pm

Carillon Recital

Cathedral Grounds

Free

2:00pm - 3:00pm

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Handel's Messiah: Highlights

Nave

Ticketed Event

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6:00pm - 9:00pm

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Handel's Messiah

concert season

On December 5-7, the Washington National Cathedral Choir and Baroque Orchestra perform Handel’s beloved Messiah. Experience the triumphant “Hallelujah Chorus” under the Cathedral’s soaring architecture and witness the concert that has captivated audiences for generations. Check availability for all performances and get tickets below. get tickets

An Evening with Governors Cox and Shapiro

a better way

On December 9, Utah Governor Spencer Cox and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro join for a conversation moderated by Savannah Guthrie, co-anchor of TODAY and chief legal correspondent at NBC News. In this time of deep division, two leaders from opposite political parties will reflect on the responsibilities of leadership in moments of crisis, the dangers of extremism, and the work of building civic life rooted in dignity, safety, and hope. Livestream option available. learn more

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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.

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Choristers singing in the Great Choir during Evensong — Experience Music & Concerts

View of the altar and reredos in the Cathedral's St. Mary's Chapel — Discover Art & Architecture

Visitor looking at Cathedral towers during tower climb tour — Sightseeing & Tours

Your Gift Can Go Twice as Far

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Every gift made by December 15 will be matched by the Alice and Russell True Foundation. Your doubled support strengthens the Cathedral’s ministry, outreach and witness of God’s love in an uncertain world. give now

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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.