Beginning June 15, the Basilica’s elevator will be temporarily out of service while it undergoes a planned modernization and infrastructure upgrade. Work is expected to continue through late August 2026.
As we celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States, we invite you to reflect on the wisdom of American saints with these 10 quotes about faithfully serving the Lord.
As we celebrate the Memorial of St. Anthony of Padua on June 13, we invite you to discover five facts about his life and legacy.
Known as the patron saint of Germany, St. Boniface played a significant role in the Christianization of its pagan regions.
As we celebrate St. Pope Paul VI’s Memorial on May 29, discover six key facts about his life and where he is depicted in the Basilica.
From the initial hand-drawn sketches in Italy to the fascinating installation process in Washington, D.C., the creation of the Trinity Dome was truly a marvel.
As the preeminent Marian shrine of the U.S., the Basilica joins shrines throughout the world in this worldwide Rosary with the Holy Father.
Read the highlights from the homily Archbishop Broglio delivered at this year’s Memorial Mass for the U.S. Military at the National Shrine.
Explore four places Mary is depicted as the Mother of the Church in the Basilica, from chapels and sculptures to mosaics and more!
Explore what the Scriptures tell us about the Holy Spirit and how He works in our lives.
