Washington National Cathedral A House of Prayer For All People

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Today With the Cathedral

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10:00am - 5:00pm

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10:00am - 5:00pm

Self-Guided Sightseeing: Cathedral in Bloom

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7:00am

Guided Spotlights Tour: Cathedral in Bloom

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11:00am

11:00am

Behind the Scenes Tour

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12:00pm

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12:00pm

Guided Spotlights Tour: Cathedral in Bloom

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3:30pm

3:30pm

Guided Spotlights Tour: Cathedral in Bloom

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5:00pm

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5:00pm

Bishop Budde and Dean Hollerith Give Thanks for the Life of Pope Francis

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We join with millions of people around the world in grieving the death of Pope Francis, and we give God thanks for his extraordinary life and the moral leadership that inspired and challenged the world to love as God loves. read statement

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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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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 — Worship With Us

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

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Cathedral in Bloom

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With self-guided and guided touring options, there's something for everyone during Cathedral in Bloom as stunningly vibrant floral displays transform the Cathedral into a breathtaking celebration of spring and renewal. Get Tickets

Easter Season at the Cathedral

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Christ is risen! Alleluia! The Great Fifty Days of Easter is a festive time in which we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus and the coming of the Holy Spirit. Join us for upcoming services, or catch up on Holy Week and Easter Sunday services below.
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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.