There’s A Monastery Hidden In Arkansas And You’ll Want To Visit

Monasteries aren’t something you’d normally associate with Arkansas. However, there are actually a few beautiful monasteries in Arkansas - and Subiaco Abbey is one of them! Boasting great architecture and landscaped grounds, it's stunning! Luckily, it's open to the public for tours, so you can see it for yourself.

Subiaco Abbey is about 5 miles east of Paris, AR.

The monastery’s grounds boast a retreat center, chapel, living quarters for monks, and Subiaco Academy, a day and boarding school for boys.

Originally known as St. Benedict Priory, it was founded in 1877!

But you don't have to be a monk to enjoy the monastery. It's open to the public and is a great visit year-round.

When it comes to visiting Subiaco Abbey, you have a few options. The monastery offers both guided and self-guided tours. (It should be noted that guided tours are for groups of 10 or more.)

Self-guided brochures, which are available at the retreat center, lead to the monastery’s best sites, ensuring you don’t miss a thing.

You can do more than tour the monastery, though. You can join the monks in communal prayers, which are offered five times a day.

Click here for the communal prayer schedule.

Don’t think a day is enough time to explore Subiaco Abbey? Well, you’re in luck! It hosts a slew of retreats. You can also book a private retreat.

And if you can't make it to Subiaco Abbey, consider bringing a bit of the monastery to you by visiting its online store.

Well, what do you think? Are you ready to pay a visit to Subiaco Abbey? Remember to call before your visit to make sure there are no events going on. For more information, call (479) 934-1001. You can also visit the Subiaco Abbey website or Facebook page.

So, did you know about this beautiful monastery in Arkansas? Ever visited? If so, what’d you think? Tell us!

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