April
Current Exhibits
Currently on display on the seventh floor are “Though the Earth Be Moved,” a look at the impact of the 2011 earthquake on the Cathedral, and “Gothic Resilience,” an exhibition of Cathedral photographs by Colin Winterbottom.
Sunday, April 1
- 8:00 AM
Holy Eucharist with Liturgy of the Palms
The Rev. Dr. Francis H. Wade, preacher; the Rev. Canon Jan Naylor Cope, celebrant; the Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Holy Eucharist with Liturgy of the Palms
The Rev. Dr. Francis H. Wade, preacher; the Rev. Canon Jan Naylor Cope, celebrant; the Cathedral Choir of Men and Girls Learn more »
- 12:30 PM
Touring Interruption
No guided or audio tours all day on Palm Sunday. Self-guided tours until 1:30 pm. The Cathedral closes at 1:30 pm for concert preparations and reopens to ticket holders at 3 pm.
- 4:00 PM
Bach’s St. John Passion
Washington National Cathedral Combined Choirs and Baroque Orchestra; Michael McCarthy, conductor Learn more »
Monday, April 2
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Evening Prayer
The evening office offered during Holy Week 2012.
- 6:15 PM
Benedictine Life and Prayer
Discover life balance and spiritual renewal through shared silence, deep listening, intentional conversation, and centering prayer on this journey through the Rule of St. Benedict.
- 7:30 PM
Creating a Rule of Life
Experience shared learning, mutual support, and lively encouragement as you create a unique guide for living your life of balance and reconciliation in the world.
- 7:30 PM
The Rise of Fallen Love: A Sequence of Music and Readings for Holy Week
First of three evenings of music and readings early in Holy Week. Learn more »
Tuesday, April 3
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist and Renewal of Ministry Vows
This service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Tour and Tea
Enjoy an in-depth Cathedral tour followed by traditional English tea with sandwiches, scones, and a scenic view of Washington. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:00 PM
Listening for God
Hear the word of God in reading Holy Scripture, in silence, and by sharing with others in prayerful listening during this time of modified Lectio Divina, or holy reading. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Evening Prayer
The evening office offered during Holy Week 2012.
- 6:00 PM
Centering Prayer
Open your entire being to God’s presence during this time of silent prayer as you move beyond thoughts, words, and emotions into a quiet communion with the Divine. Learn more »
- 7:30 PM
The Rise of Fallen Love: A Sequence of Music and Readings for Holy Week
Second of three evenings of music and readings early in Holy Week. Learn more »
Wednesday, April 4
- 7:30 AM
Holy Eucharist
Morning Eucharist on Wednesday of Holy Week.
- 8:00 AM
Centering Prayer
Open your entire being to God’s presence during this time of silent prayer as you move beyond thoughts, words, and emotions into a quiet communion with the Divine. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Tour and Tea
Enjoy an in-depth Cathedral tour followed by traditional English tea with sandwiches, scones, and a scenic view of Washington. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 7:30 PM
The Rise of Fallen Love: A Sequence of Music and Readings for Holy Week
Third of three evenings of music and readings early in Holy Week. Learn more »
Thursday, April 5
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 7:30 PM
Holy Eucharist with Footwashing
Commemoration of the Last Supper of Jesus with his friends on the night before he died. Worshipers wash one another’s feet after Jesus’ example to his disciples. The Rev. Dr. Francis H. Wade, preacher; the Rev. Canon Mary Sulerud, celebrant; the Cathedral Choir of Men and Girls. Learn more »
- 9:30 PM
Vigil with Reserved Sacrament
Quiet vigil on Maundy Thursday.
Friday, April 6
- 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption
No guided and audio tours all day for Good Friday. Cathedral nave (main level) will be open to worshipers for Good Friday service from 11:45 am to 3 pm. Nave (main level) will close at 3 pm. Nave reopens at 6 pm for the 6:30 pm service. Limited touring all day of the lower level only.
- 12:00 PM
Liturgy of Good Friday
The Liturgy of Good Friday provides opportunity for deep contemplation of the crucifixion. Beginning at noon worshipers mark the hours Jesus spent on the cross. Communion administered from the Reserved Sacrament during the third hour. Learn more »
- 3:15 PM
Cathedral Closed on Good Friday Afternoon
The Cathedral closes on Good Friday following the noon-3 pm service.
- 6:30 PM
When It Was Evening: A Meditation for Good Friday
Worshipers gather in the great choir for Compline during this time of waiting at Jesus’ graveside. The Rev. Gina Campbell, officiant. Learn more »
Saturday, April 7
- 7:30 AM
Liturgy for Holy Saturday
- 10:00 AM
Greening Our World Retreat and Tree Planting
Be a vital part of “greening our world” with a Friday evening reflection retreat in your own home and a Saturday tree planting session along the Anacostia Watershed as we embrace our “right work” of reconciling hospitality to our shining, planet home. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption
No guided and audio tours all day for Holy Saturday. Nave (main level) will be closed for Holy Saturday. Limited touring of the lower level only.
- 8:00 PM
The Great Vigil of Easter
Beginning in darkness we hear again the stories of God’s steadfast promise to us, a promise renewed through Holy Baptism, and fulfilled in the new light of Resurrection and the proclamation of Easter. Worshipers are encouraged to bring bells to announce the Resurrection. The Rev. Canon Jan Naylor Cope, preacher; the Rev. Dr. Francis H. Wade, celebrant. Learn more »
Sunday, April 8
- 8:00 AM
Festival Holy Eucharist
Celebration of the Resurrection on Easter Day. The Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, preacher; the Rev. Dr. Francis H. Wade, celebrant; the Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption
No touring due to Easter Sunday services. Please check the website for service information »
- 11:00 AM
Festival Holy Eucharist
Celebration of the Resurrection on Easter Day. The Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, preacher; the Rev. Dr. Francis H. Wade, celebrant. Learn more »
- 12:45 PM
20s-and-30s Easter Potluck Brunch
Celebrate the Feast of the Resurrection with the 20s-and-30s group Learn more »
- 4:00 PM
Choral Evensong
The Rev. Canon Mary Sulerud, preacher; the Cathedral Choir of Men and Girls
- 5:15 PM
Organ Recital: Jeremy Filsell
Cathedral Artist-in-Residence Jeremy Filsell plays an Easter Day recital on the Cathedral’s great organ. Learn more »
Monday, April 9
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Girl Choristers sing Evensong. Learn more »
- 6:15 PM
Benedictine Life and Prayer
Discover life balance and spiritual renewal through shared silence, deep listening, intentional conversation, and centering prayer on this journey through the Rule of St. Benedict.
Tuesday, April 10
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Tour and Tea
Enjoy an in-depth Cathedral tour followed by traditional English tea with sandwiches, scones, and a scenic view of Washington. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:00 PM
Listening for God
Hear the word of God in reading Holy Scripture, in silence, and by sharing with others in prayerful listening during this time of modified Lectio Divina, or holy reading. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Boy Choristers sing Evensong. Learn more »
- 6:00 PM
Centering Prayer
Open your entire being to God’s presence during this time of silent prayer as you move beyond thoughts, words, and emotions into a quiet communion with the Divine. Learn more »
Wednesday, April 11
- 8:00 AM
Centering Prayer
Open your entire being to God’s presence during this time of silent prayer as you move beyond thoughts, words, and emotions into a quiet communion with the Divine. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Tour and Tea
Enjoy an in-depth Cathedral tour followed by traditional English tea with sandwiches, scones, and a scenic view of Washington. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Choral Evensong and Annual Cathedral Volunteer Award Ceremony
The Cathedral choir sings Evensong in thanksgiving for all Cathedral volunteers Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Cathedral Choir of Men and Girls sings Evensong. Learn more »
Thursday, April 12
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys sings Evensong. Learn more »
Friday, April 13
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
Guest choir: Gustaf Sjökvist’s Chamber Choir, Sweden Learn more »
Saturday, April 14
- 10:00 AM–
3:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 4:00 PM
Evening Prayer
The evening office offered most Fridays and Saturdays
Sunday, April 15
- 7:45 AM
Holy Eucharist, Rite 1
The Rev. Rich Kukowski, preacher
- 8:30 AM
Martha's Table Ministry
Third Sunday of each month drop off your sandwiches and fruit Learn more »
- 8:45 AM
Holy Eucharist
The Rev. Canon Ralph Godsall, preacher
- 10:00 AM
Contemporary Folk Eucharist
The Rev. Rich Kukowski, worship leader
- 10:10 AM
Dean Search Update
Attend this special update and conversation with the Dean Search Committee Learn more »
- 10:15 AM
God's creation, Our Home - Earth
Meet members of the Environment Advocacy Group at coffee hour Learn more »
- 10:15 AM
Samaritan Ministry of Great Washington
Sign up to attend the popular Next Step Breakfast on May 16 or to volunteer Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Holy Eucharist
The Rev. Canon Ralph Godsall, preacher
- 12:45 PM
Newcomer Welcome and Orientation
Learn more about congregation life; third Sunday of each month Learn more »
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Choral Prelude
The Central Bucks High School choir from Doylestown, Pennsylvania, sings a choral prelude to Evensong.
- 4:00 PM
Choral Evensong
The Rev. Gina Campbell, preacher.
- 4:00 PM
Evensong and Evensocial
Monthly worship and fellowship with the 20s and 30s group Learn more »
- 5:15 PM
Organ Recital: David Chalmers
Guest organist David Chalmers from Orleans, Mass., plays a recital on the Cathedral’s great organ. $10 suggested donation Learn more »
Monday, April 16
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Girl Choristers sing Evensong. Learn more »
- 6:15 PM
Benedictine Life and Prayer
Discover life balance and spiritual renewal through shared silence, deep listening, intentional conversation, and centering prayer on this journey through the Rule of St. Benedict.
- 7:00 PM
Living the Resurrection: To What and to Whom Are We Called?
6-week course, reflecting on the mystery of the empty tomb and its meaning for our own lives Learn more »
Tuesday, April 17
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Tour and Tea
Enjoy an in-depth Cathedral tour followed by traditional English tea with sandwiches, scones, and a scenic view of Washington. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:00 PM
Listening for God
Hear the word of God in reading Holy Scripture, in silence, and by sharing with others in prayerful listening during this time of modified Lectio Divina, or holy reading. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Boy Choristers sing Evensong. Learn more »
- 6:00 PM
Centering Prayer
Open your entire being to God’s presence during this time of silent prayer as you move beyond thoughts, words, and emotions into a quiet communion with the Divine. Learn more »
Wednesday, April 18
- 8:00 AM
Centering Prayer
Open your entire being to God’s presence during this time of silent prayer as you move beyond thoughts, words, and emotions into a quiet communion with the Divine. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Tour and Tea
Enjoy an in-depth Cathedral tour followed by traditional English tea with sandwiches, scones, and a scenic view of Washington. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Cathedral Choir of Men and Girls sings Evensong. Learn more »
- 7:00 PM
Parables and Stories II
The Parables of Jesus and the Short Stories of Raymond Carver and Flannery O'Connor Part 2 Learn more »
Thursday, April 19
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Choral Evensong with Dedication of the Ford Kneeler and Recognition of the Altar Guild
The Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys sings Evensong. Susan Ford Bales, guest reader. Learn more »
Friday, April 20
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Evening Prayer
The evening office offered most Fridays and Saturdays
Saturday, April 21
- 9:30 AM
Stations of the Resurrection: An Easter Pilgrimage
Celebrate the 50 days of Easter with Scripture, poetry, silence, and the glorious mosaics of the Resurrection Chapel as our guide. Learn more »
- 9:45 AM
Literacy Program Workshop
Devote one or two hours a week to make a big difference - for current tutors and those curious to join the ministry. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM–
3:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:15 AM
Listening, Hearing, and Living Series: Rhythms of Wellness
Postponed. Check back for updates. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Memorial Service for the Rev. James C. Fenhagen II
The Rev. James C. Fenhagen II was warden of the College of Preachers from 2001 until 2004. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 4:00 PM
Evening Prayer
The evening office offered most Fridays and Saturdays
Sunday, April 22
- 7:45 AM
Holy Eucharist, Rite 1
The Rev. Stacy Williams Duncan, preacher
- 8:45 AM
Holy Eucharist
Dr. Matthew Sleeth, guest preacher Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Contemporary Folk Eucharist
The Rev. Nicole Simopoulos, worship leader
- 10:10 AM
Earth Day Forum
Dr. Matthew Sleeth and Wendell Berry Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Earth Day
Dr. Matthew Sleeth, guest preacher. Learn more »
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Earth Day Pilgrimage: Spring Forth in Praise!
Come “recapture the original joy and beauty of paradise,” as we celebrate the quickening of the earth, and our relationship to her. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 4:00 PM
Choral Evensong with the Kirkin’ o’ the Tartan
Traditional blessing service of Scottish Tartans; with bagpipes and drums. Learn more »
- 5:15 PM
Organ Recital: Gerhard Weinberger
Guest organist Gerhard Weinberger from Detmold, Germany, plays a recital on the Cathedral’s great organ. $10 suggested donation. Learn more »
Monday, April 23
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Girl Choristers sing Evensong. Learn more »
- 6:15 PM
Benedictine Life and Prayer
Discover life balance and spiritual renewal through shared silence, deep listening, intentional conversation, and centering prayer on this journey through the Rule of St. Benedict.
Tuesday, April 24
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Tour and Tea
Enjoy an in-depth Cathedral tour followed by traditional English tea with sandwiches, scones, and a scenic view of Washington. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:00 PM
Listening for God
Hear the word of God in reading Holy Scripture, in silence, and by sharing with others in prayerful listening during this time of modified Lectio Divina, or holy reading. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Boy Choristers sing Evensong. Learn more »
- 6:00 PM
Centering Prayer
Open your entire being to God’s presence during this time of silent prayer as you move beyond thoughts, words, and emotions into a quiet communion with the Divine. Learn more »
- 6:30 PM
Cathedral Crossroads: Sacred Circle Dancing: Moving Meditations
An evening of contemplative practice on the last Tuesday of each month; free and open to the public. Learn more »
Wednesday, April 25
- 8:00 AM
Centering Prayer
Open your entire being to God’s presence during this time of silent prayer as you move beyond thoughts, words, and emotions into a quiet communion with the Divine. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption
No guided and audio tours in the morning due to ANZAC service. Guided and audio tours will begin at 1 pm. Lower level, Cathedral Store, and Bishop’s Garden open.
- 10:30 AM
ANZAC Service
The annual ANZAC service remembers and honors those who perished in the Dardanelles campaign that was fought between the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) and the Turkish military. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Tour and Tea
Enjoy an in-depth Cathedral tour followed by traditional English tea with sandwiches, scones, and a scenic view of Washington. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Cathedral Choir of Men and Girls sings Evensong. Learn more »
Thursday, April 26
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys sings Evensong. Learn more »
Friday, April 27
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Wreath Laying Ceremony for Admiral Dewey
In Bethlehem Chapel
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Evening Prayer
The evening office offered most Fridays and Saturdays
Saturday, April 28
- 10:00 AM
Girl Scouts Centennial Service
Ticketed event. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption
No guided and audio tours in the morning due to Girl Scout service. Self-guided touring of the nave (main level) due to concert rehearsal will begin at 1 pm. Lower level, Cathedral Store, and Bishop’s Garden open.
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 5:00 PM
American Choral Masterworks
Conducted by Canon Michael McCarthy, the Cathedral’s chamber ensemble performs works by Samuel Barber, Irving Fine, Charles Ives, Aaron Copland, and Morten Lauridsen. Learn more »
Sunday, April 29
- 7:45 AM
Holy Eucharist, Rite 1
The Rev. Lyndon Shakespeare, preacher
- 8:45 AM
Holy Eucharist
The Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori, preacher
- 10:00 AM
Contemporary Folk Eucharist
The Rev. Lyndon Shakespeare, worship leader
- 10:00 AM
Ultimate Sunday Brunch
20s and 30s Fellowship Event - last Sunday of the month Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Holy Eucharist
The Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori, preacher
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Gargoyle Tour
Explore the Cathedral’s whimsical stone gargoyles and grotesques with a slide show and outdoor tour. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Choral Prelude
The Grace Episcopal Church choir from Chattanooga, Tenn., sings a choral prelude to Evensong.
- 4:00 PM
Choral Evensong with Thanksgiving for the Ministry of Canon Mary Sulerud
The Rev. Canon Mary Sulerud, preacher; the Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys
- 5:15 PM
Organ Recital: Andre Rakus
Guest organist Andre Rakus from Mississauga, Ontario, plays a recital on the Cathedral’s great organ. $10 suggested donation. Learn more »
Monday, April 30
- 10:00 AM–
4:00 PMAudio Tours
Let the voices and music of artists, clergy, choirs and instruments offer you a personal, guided self-paced tour of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Behind-the-Scenes Tour
This specialty tour takes you up close to stained glass windows, gargoyles, and areas of the Cathedral not included on the Highlights Tour. Learn more »
- 10:30 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:00 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 11:15 AM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 12:00 PM
Holy Eucharist
This 35-40 minute service includes prayers, Scripture, a homily, and Holy Eucharist. All are welcome.
- 12:30 PM
Organ Demonstration
On Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1 pm, a Cathedral organist gives a short talk about the 10,650-pipe great organ followed by a mini-recital.
- 1:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 1:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 2:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:00 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 3:30 PM
Highlights Tours
A 30-minute, docent-led tour of the nave (main level) of the Cathedral. Learn more »
- 5:30 PM
Weekday Evensong
The Girl Choristers sing Evensong. Learn more »
- 6:15 PM
Benedictine Life and Prayer
Discover life balance and spiritual renewal through shared silence, deep listening, intentional conversation, and centering prayer on this journey through the Rule of St. Benedict.