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National Shrine and Museum of St. Therese and its collection

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The National Shrine & Museum of St. Therese, located in Darien, Illinois, is a Roman Catholic shrine dedicated to St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face. This shrine is part of the Aylesford Carmelite campus and is run by the Carmelite Order, Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary. It is supported and served by the Society of the Little Flower, a religious organization dedicated to promoting devotion to St. Therese of Lisieux.

The National Shrine Museum's Collection

The National Shrine museum is a repository of relics and memorabilia of St. Therese. It boasts the largest and most comprehensive collection of Little Flower objects outside of Lisieux, France. The museum's highlights include several first-class relics of St. Therese, photographs of her, paintings of scenes from her life, a special Prayer Gazebo, and a full-sized exact replica of her convent cell which includes several second-class relics. Video screens provide explanations for everything in the museum.

Visiting the Shrine

Mass is celebrated in the Shrine at 11:30 a.m., from Monday to Friday. The Shrine welcomes both individual visitors and organized tour groups. Each year, the Shrine attracts thousands of pilgrims from around the world, making it a significant place of worship and pilgrimage.

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#64 Free museums in Illinois #133 History & Anthropology in Illinois #38 Nature & Natural History in Illinois #51 Person & artist museums in Illinois #15 Religion museums in Illinois #5 Religious buildings in Illinois #159 Religious buildings in United States
National Shrine and Museum of St. Therese
Bailey Road 8501
IL 60561 Darien
Illinois

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Opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 16:00
Tuesday
10:00 – 16:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 16:00
Thursday
10:00 – 16:00
Friday
10:00 – 16:00
Saturday
10:00 – 16:00
Sunday Closed

Admission

0+Free

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Location & Map

Bailey Road 8501, Darien

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    The National Shrine and Museum of St. Therese in Darien, Illinois, offers visitors a spiritual and educational experience centered around the life of St. Therese of Lisieux. The museum houses a collection of relics and artifacts related to the saint, including personal items and photographs. Visitors appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and the opportunity to learn about St. Therese's life and teachings. The shrine portion allows for quiet reflection and prayer. While the museum is relatively small, it provides informative displays and a gift shop. Some visitors note that the experience can be brief, depending on one's level of interest in the subject matter. The staff is generally described as friendly and knowledgeable. However, the museum's appeal may be limited for those not particularly interested in Catholic history or St. Therese. Overall, it serves as a niche attraction that caters primarily to those with a specific interest in the saint or Catholic spirituality.

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