Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Jul 13, 2022 / 12:53 pm
The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton broke ground last month on a renovation of its museum and visitor center, which is meant to transform the pilgrimage experiences of visitors for years to come.
The groundbreaking at the Emmitsburg, Maryland shrine took place June 24.
“Mother Seton is a saint for all of us,” said Rob Judge, executive director of the shrine. “Her story resonates with so many people today because her life was filled with ups and downs, joys and struggles. The mission of her Shrine is to preserve her legacy for generations to come, and this museum project is a major step in that effort.”
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton is the first native-born American to be canonized, and a symbol of “faith, hope, and perseverance in the face of adversity,” said a recent press release on the project. This modernized museum will include interactive and innovative techniques to tell Seton’s story.