Learn & Discover
This Cathedral is your gateway to discovery, from public programs to art and architecture.
Featured and Upcoming Events
Summer Yoga Series
Tue. June 10, 7 pm (indoor)
Thu. June 12, 7 pm (indoor)
Sat. June 14, 9 am (outdoor)
An Evening with Bishop Mariann Budde & Tim Shriver
Original event date: May 22, 2025
In case you missed it: Catch up on the evening conversation featuring Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde and Tim Shriver, founder of UNITE and co-founder the Dignity Index, where they explored the role of dignity in our public life.This Week's Public Programs
Full Calendar
Listening for God
Jun. 3
Online Centering Prayer
Jun. 3
Centering Prayer
Jun. 5
Listening for God
Jun. 10
Online Centering Prayer
Jun. 10
Centering Prayer
Jun. 12
quick links
The College of Faith & Culture features programs that gather God’s people to deepen spirituality, nurture reconciliation and elevate the moral lens of the Gospel in civic life.
For centuries, Gothic architecture has lifted eyes and hearts to the heavens. Here at the world’s sixth-largest Cathedral, you can marvel at old-world artisanship.
From the laying of the foundation stone in 1907 to the present and everything in between. Learn more about the years of construction, significant events, and other historical facts.
Is there actually a Darth Vader carving? Is it a real piece of moon rock in the space window? How much does all that limestone weigh? The Cathedral features a dizzying array of whimsy and wonder!
In a tradition of Cathedrals around the world, Washington National Cathedral remembers the fallen and MIA, and honors those who are serving and have served. Honor a veteran you know by adding their name, or search the archive.
Walk through the magnificent nave and crypt, explore up-close details of the chapels, and click on tagged highlights to delve deeper into Cathedral art, architecture and history.
