Welcome to the National Shrine & Museum of St. Therese
Served by the Society of the Little Flower
The National Shrine and Museum of St. Therese campus in Darien, Illinois, is served and supported by the Society of the Little Flower.
The Shrine and its sacred spaces await your visit. Join us for daily Mass, plan your pilgrimage, or submit your petitions for remembrance in prayer.
"Pilgrims of Hope."
Pope Francis has designated the 2025 Holy Year as a time to renew ourselves as “Pilgrims of Hope.” During this Jubilee Year, in addition to performing a work of mercy and penance, a Jubilee Indulgence may be obtained by making a pious pilgrimage to a sacred Jubilee site. We are happy to announce that the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) named The National Shrine of St. Therese in Darien, IL one of the pilgrimage sites.
Daily Mass
WORSHIP WITH US
Monday through Friday, 11:30 am
Mass is celebrated Monday through Friday at 11:30 am in the beautiful Shrine building located at 8433 Bailey Rd., just across the drive from the National Shrine Museum.
Mass Video Recordings
You can watch a video recording of our daily Mass here on our website. Visit our YouTube channel to view our archive of recorded daily Masses. Please note that due to technical reasons, not all Masses may be available.
Shrine & Museum Tours
VISIT US
Guided Tours
Learn about the the life of St. Therese and more through our audio and guided tours. Reserve tours for large groups.
Light a Vigil Candle
ENROLLMENTS & DEVOTIONALS
Let the Carmelites remember your intentions
Lighting a candle for personal intentions or a loved one is part of a beautiful tradition in our Church. We invite you to join us in this tradition by requesting the lighting a vigil light at the Shrine.
Join Us For Our Seasonal Events
Join us for our seasonal events
Gather with friends and the faithful for special seasonal events at the National Shrine or consider joining a special religious pilgrimage.
Plan Your Visit
Our Hours
Monday through Saturday
from 10 AM to 4 PM CT
We will open on Sundays starting July 6th 2025
We are closed on these major holidays
Daily Mass
Monday through Friday
11:30 am
Shrine & Museum Location
National Shrine & Museum of St. Therese
8433 – 8501 Bailey Road
Darien, IL 60561
THE NATIONAL SHRINE APP
Enjoy daily inspiration, view our weekday Mass celebrations, and submit your prayer petitions. Our National Shrine app keeps you a part of St. Therese’s beautiful Shrine every day.
