4 Labyrinths to Visit in Rhode Island

You want to visit a labyrinth in Rhode Island. I have selected 4 of the best (there are about 20) that are accessible to the public from around the state. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder. There is a wonderful website dedicated specifically to the Labyrinths of New England run by Yadina Clark that is helpful to plan visits in the area. Blue Skies also has a list focused on Rhode Island labyrinths that includes their labyrinth work focused in Warren, RI.

Before we get to my recommendations for Rhode Island I want to tell you about some statistics about labyrinths in the USA from some research I did. If you are interested in knowing things like what the largest labyrinth is in the US, where the Northernmost, Southernmost labyrinths are in the US, and similar questions, it is worth a read: Questions about US Labyrinths Answered. All of these Rhode Island answers and statistics were part of that research. We start with a chart summarizing the data from Rhode Island:

Rhode Island Labyrinth Chart

Here is how Rhode Island compares to the USA. Notably, Rhode Island ranks 14th in labyrinths per capita despite ranking only 22nd in raw numbers of labyrinths.

Rhode Island vs USA labyrinth table

Rhode Island Labyrinth Questions Answered:

What is the largest labyrinth in Rhode Island ? The largest labyrinth in Rhode Island is the Turning Point Labyrinth on Block Island. This 11 circuit classical style labyrinth has a diameter of 77 feet.

What city has the most labyrinths in Rhode Island ? The city with the most labyrinths in Rhode Island is Providence with 3.

Why visit a Labyrinth ?

Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. They are also a lot of fun to explore! If you're looking for a unique and challenging experience, walk a labyrinth with intention - it often leads to self-discovery. Personally, I like to walk labyrinths between dawn and sunrise or at sunset until dusk, but any time of day works. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…


4 Labyrinths to Visit in 4 Rhode Island

1. St. Mary's Episcopal Church Labyrinth

A 7 circuit medieval labyrinth located in the grass is located in the rectory garden. It is surrounded by bushes and trees and features a small fountain in the middle. It can be found easily on this map located on the labyrinths webpage of the church website.

Location: Portsmouth, Rhode Island

Address:
324 E. Main Road
Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871

 

2. The Farm Labyrinth

 

A medieval 7 circuit labyrinth made from rocks. Park at the top of the path and walk into the the reserve to locate the labyrinth. If you need help locating it, you can find an entry on Google Maps.

Location: West Greenwich, Rhode Island

Address:

80 Division Road
West Greenwich, Rhode Island 02817

 

3. Pilgrim Lutheran Church Labyrinth

 

This medieval labyrinth is made from cobble stone and compacted stone dust. Easy to find on the Fairway Lane side of the church with this map pin.

Location: Warwick, Rhode Island

Address:

1817 Warwick Avenue
Warwick, Rhode Island 02889

 

4. St. John Vianney Church Labyrinth

A 7 circuit classical labyrinth has large 3 foot pathways and is made from rocks with a mulch pathway. The labyrinth is located in the field behind the church. You can find a photo here.

Location: Cumberland, Rhode Island

Address:
3655 Diamond Hill Road
Cumberland, Rhode Island 02864


5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH

  1. Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.

  2. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.

  3. Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.

  4. Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.

  5. Be respectful of other visitors. This includes not making noise and being respectful if walking with other people.



5 BOOKS TO READ ABOUT LABYRINTH WALKING

I wrote a blog post reviewing the following 5 books, each that deals with walking labyrinths. You can check them out yourself at the Amazon links below or read this blog post: 5 Books about the Spiritual Aspect of Labyrinths to learn a little about what each book teaches.

  1. Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN

  2. Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN

  3. Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN

  4. Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN

  5. Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight by Rev Dr Donna Schaper and Rev Dr Carole Ann Camp 187 pages AMZN

 

If you are interested in more spiritual labyrinth aspects I suggest the following websites:

  1. Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.

  2. Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress

  3. Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation

I am a maze artist but I have never made any mazes from Rhode Island. If you have suggestions - drop me a note. Otherwise here are some mazes of famous buildings:

Taj Mahal Maze

Mount Rushmore Maze

Santo Domingo Church

The Pro Football Hall of Fame Maze

10 Labyrinths to Visit in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has over 200 labyrinths ! I think you should visit a few of them, so I have selected 10 of the best that are accessible to the public from around the state. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder.

Before we get to my recommendations for Pennsylvania I want to tell you about some statistics about labyrinths in the USA from some research I did. If you are interested in knowing things like what the largest labyrinth is in the US, where the Northernmost, Southernmost labyrinths are in the US, and similar questions, it is worth a read: Questions about US Labyrinths Answered. All of these Pennsylvania answers and statistics were part of that research. We start with a chart summarizing the data from Pennsylvania:

Pennsylvania Labyrinth Chart

Here is how Pennsylvania compares to the USA. It ranks #5 for number of labyrinths, and 21st in labyrinths per capita. It also has a high percentage of indoor labyrinths at 20.7% ranking 7th.

Pennsylvania vs USA labyrinth table

Pennsylvania Labyrinth Questions Answered:

What is the largest labyrinth in Pennsylvania ? The largest labyrinth in Pennsylvania is the Labyrinth Garden PA labyrinth in Greentown, PA which has a 126 foot diameter as is an 11 circuit medieval labyrinth. The labyrinth features stone pathways surrounded by flowers. There is an admission fee and you can learn about it on the garden’s website.

What city has the most labyrinths in Pennsylvania ? The cities with the most labyrinths in Pennsylvania are Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, each with 11.

Are there any record setting labyrinths in Pennsylvania ? Yes ! The Labyrinth Garden PA Labyrinth mentioned above in Greentown, PA I believe is the largest permanent medieval labyrinth in the US.

Why visit a Labyrinth ?

Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. They are also a lot of fun to explore! If you're looking for a unique and challenging experience, walk a labyrinth with intention - it often leads to self-discovery. Personally, I like to walk labyrinths between dawn and sunrise or at sunset until dusk, but any time of day works. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…


10 Labyrinths to Visit in Pennsylvania

1. The Labyrinth @ The Creek

A new labyrinth built in the Fall of 2023, this contemporary labyrinth is a dual entrance version (resolution type) and is located between 47th and N Markoe St. It is made from bricks/pavers with a gravel pathway. Benches are in the center. It can be found on Google Maps by searching CommUnity Garden @ the Creek.

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Address:
761 N 47th St.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19139

 

2. Saint Paul's Episcopal Church Labyrinth

I normally do not include indoor labyrinths on my lists, but this one caught my eye. The labyrinth is a 5 circuit octagonal design made from limestone and slate with a rose design in the center. The church website mentions it may be walked Tuesday - Friday from 9-5, but check before going,

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Address:

22 E. Chestnut Hill Ave.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19118-2715

 

3. Southminster Presbyterian Church Labyrinth

This 7 circuit labyrinth made from bricks/pavers is located across the street from the church (Castle Shannon Blvd). You will see a white sign “Prayer Labyrinth”. Here is a street view of it.

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Address:

799 Washington Rd
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15228

 

4. Chatham University - Jessica's Labyrinth

A medieval Chartres replica 11 circuit labyrinth that is dedicated to the memory of Jessica G Davant. This campus map will help you locate it, between the admission office and the athletic center. While this 3D photo can give you a great view from the center !

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Address:
106 Woodland Road
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15232

 

5. Penn State University - Berks Campus Labyrinth

This 11 circuit labyrinth is made from painted concrete and is located at the Janssen Conference Center. It has an entry of Google Maps to locate easily. The labyrinth also has it’s own page on the university website.

Location: Reading, Pennsylvania

Address:
Tulpehocken Road
Reading, Pennsylvania 19610

 

6. Crowley Park Labyrinth

 

Located directly off of the parking lot of the park, this 8 circuit medieval labyrinth is made from bricks/pavers and is surrounded by bushes/shrubs. Dwight and Angela had a date here (I made that up).

Location: Scranton, Pennsylvania

Address:

1199 Highnett Pl #901
Scranton, Pennsylvania 18509

 

7. The Labyrinth at LEAF

Labyrinth featured at 1:40

Made from stone pavers set in the grass, this labyrinth is located at LEAF (Lake Erie Arboretum at Frontier Park). It has an entry on Google Maps to locate easily. Plan a trip to LEAF on the website, which includes a section on the labyrinth.

Location: Erie, Pennsylvania

Address:

8th St. and Seminole Dr.
Erie, Pennsylvania 16505

 

8. Advent Moravian Church Labyrinth

 

A classical 7 circuit labyrinth made from bricks/pavers is located on the south side of the church. Learn more about the labyrinth on it’s page on the church website. Here is a pin to find the labyrinth easier on the map.

Location: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Address:
3730 Jacksonville Road
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18017

 

9. The Spiritual Center at St. Thomas Episcopal Church Labyrinth

A classical 9 circuit labyrinth with a spiral center made from rocks and gravel. It has a 78 foot diameter and is located on the SE side of the church; take the pathway at the far end of the parking lot. Learn more about the labyrinth on it’s webpage.

Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Address:
301 St. Thomas Road
Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17601

 

10. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of York Labyrinth

All photos courtesy of the church.

A 7 circuit medieval style labyrinth made from bricks/pavers with a mosaic center is on the north side of the church surrounded by trees. If you like to see a labyrinth being made check out the church photo gallery showing the process !

Location: York, Pennsylvania

Address:

925 South George St.
York, Pennsylvania 17403



5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH

  1. Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.

  2. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.

  3. Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.

  4. Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.

  5. Be respectful of other visitors. This includes not making noise and being respectful if walking with other people.



5 BOOKS TO READ ABOUT LABYRINTH WALKING

I wrote a blog post reviewing the following 5 books, each that deals with walking labyrinths. You can check them out yourself at the Amazon links below or read this blog post: 5 Books about the Spiritual Aspect of Labyrinths to learn a little about what each book teaches.

  1. Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN

  2. Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN

  3. Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN

  4. Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN

  5. Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight by Rev Dr Donna Schaper and Rev Dr Carole Ann Camp 187 pages AMZN

 

If you are interested in more spiritual labyrinth aspects I suggest the following websites:

  1. Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.

  2. Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress

  3. Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation


I am a maze artist but I have never made any mazes from Pennsylvania. If you have suggestions - drop me a note. Otherwise here are some mazes of famous buildings:

Taj Mahal Maze

The Louvre Maze

Mount Rushmore Maze

The Pro Football Hall of Fame Maze

Weekly Hard Maze #29

Each Saturday I post a new hard maze with all of them sitting in the Hard Maze Archive. I will try to post a variety of maze types to keep things interesting.

Weekly Hard Maze #29 - Color Grid Maze

You can move diagonally in this color grid maze. Solution will be in the archive. Download is below.

Weekly Hard Maze #29 - Color Grid Maze
download the color grid maze

If you solved that maze quickly and want to try some of my archival hard mazes, these posts should do the trick:

8 Labyrinths to Visit in Oregon

There are over 150 labyrinths in Oregon. I have selected 8 of the best that are accessible to the public from around the state, focusing on large population areas. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder. And I have added in a very special bonus location that has temporary labyrinth building if you are lucky !

Before we get to my recommendations for Oregon I want to tell you about some statistics about labyrinths in the USA from some research I did. If you are interested in knowing things like what the largest labyrinth is in the US, where the Northernmost, Southernmost labyrinths are in the US, and similar questions, it is worth a read: Questions about US Labyrinths Answered. All of these Oregon answers and statistics were part of that research. We start with a chart summarizing the data from Oregon:

Oregon Labyrinth Chart

Here is how Oregon compares to the USA. Oregon has the 10th most labyrinths in the USA but still ranks 5th per capita. It also ranks 9th for percent of indoor labyrinths.

Oregon vs USA labyrinth table

Oregon Labyrinth Questions Answered:

What is the largest labyrinth in Oregon ? The largest labyrinth in Oregon is the Waters Edge Church Community Labyrinth in Ashland, which is a 7 circuit labyrinth with a diameter of 140 feet.

What city has the most labyrinths in Oregon ? The city with the most labyrinths in Oregon is Portland with 25. Eugene is next with 17 labyrinths, followed by Bend with 11. So over a third of all labyrinths in the state are in these 3 cities. For cities in the US with 100K+ population both Bend and Eugene rank highly in terms of labyrinths per capita:

Why visit a Labyrinth ?

Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. They are also a lot of fun to explore! If you're looking for a unique and challenging experience, walk a labyrinth with intention - it often leads to self-discovery. Personally, I like to walk labyrinths between dawn and sunrise or at sunset until dusk, but any time of day works. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…


8 Labyrinths to Visit in oregon

1. Mt. Tabor Presbyterian Church - TaborSpace Labyrinth

This beautiful 7 circuit classical labyrinth is located in the backyard of the property, made from cement pavers with grass pathways. Easily reached from the walkway on 54th Avenue near Belmont. I am a big fan of this street level photo.

Location: Portland, Oregon

Address:

5441 SE Belmont St.
Portland, Oregon 97215

 

2. St. Francis Park Labyrinth

 

An 11 circuit labyrinth made from bricks/pavers is located in the center of the park. Easy to find on Google Maps with a great photo of the labyrinth (also see the satellite view shown above). The park appears to be a “cut thru” park with SE Oak Street deade ending on each side of the park.

Location: Portland, Oregon

Address:
SE Oak St. between SE 11th and SE 12th
Portland, Oregon 97214

 

3. Wesley United Methodist Church - Poppen Community Garden Labyrinth

All photos courtesy of Wesley United Methodist Church

A medieval 7 circuit labyrinth is made from bricks/pavers with a gravel pathway. It is located behind the church and in the NE corner of the community garden.

Location: Eugene, Oregon

Address:

1385 Oakway Road
Eugene, Oregon 97401

 

4. Lane Community College Labyrinth

A small Chartres type labyrinth that is located in the West Entrance Garden to the east of Parking Lot B.

Location: Eugene, Oregon

Address:

4000 E 30th Ave.
Eugene, Oregon 97405

 

5. St. Luke the Physician Episcopal Church Labyrinth

This Chartres replica labyrinth is located in the wonderful garden area on the SE portion of the property. Learn more about the labyrinth on the church website. They have a labyrinth guild that sounds excellent. Who wouldn’t want to be a member of that guild !

Location: Gresham, Oregon

Address:

120 SW Towle Ave.
Gresham, Oregon 97030

 

6. First Presbyterian Church Labyrinth

A 7 circuit classical labyrinth made from pavers and gravel is located east of the church, near NE 10 St. The labyrinth is easily to locate because it has an entry on Google Maps. Learn about the labyrinth on the church website.

Location: Bend, Oregon

Address:

230 NE Ninth Street
Bend, Oregon 97701

 

7. Spirit of Grace Labyrinth

Photos are courtesy of the church.

An 11 circuit Chartres style labyrinth made from bricks/pavers that is open from dawn to dusk. The labyrinth was designed by Dave Bernklau-Halvor and is next to the church. See a photo of the labyrinth and learn a bit about it on the church website.

Location: Beaverton, Oregon

Address:

7400 SW Scholls Ferry Road
Beaverton, Oregon 97008

 

8. The Episcopal Church of The Transfiguration Labyrinth

 

A 6 circuit medieval labyrinth made of bricks/pavers that features a bench in the center. The labyrinth is located south of the church on the McKenzie Highway side. It can be seen above, just south of the pin !

Location: Sisters, Oregon

Address:

68825 Brooks Camp Rd.
Sisters, Oregon 97759


BONUS: Circles in the Sand on the beaches of Bandon, Oregon. You can find a large number of videos and stories about these temporary sand labyrinths from Denny Dyke (and his helpers). If you are lucky you will visit the beach and be able to walk one before the tide washed it away.




5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH

  1. Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.

  2. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.

  3. Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.

  4. Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.

  5. Be respectful of other visitors. This includes not making noise and being respectful if walking with other people.

 

5 BOOKS TO READ ABOUT LABYRINTH WALKING

I wrote a blog post reviewing the following 5 books, each that deals with walking labyrinths. You can check them out yourself at the Amazon links below or read this blog post: 5 Books about the Spiritual Aspect of Labyrinths to learn a little about what each book teaches.

  1. Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN

  2. Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN

  3. Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN

  4. Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN

  5. Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight by Rev Dr Donna Schaper and Rev Dr Carole Ann Camp 187 pages AMZN

 

If you are interested in more spiritual labyrinth aspects I suggest the following websites:

  1. Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.

  2. Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress

  3. Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation

I am a maze artist but I have never made any mazes from Oregon. If you have suggestions - drop me a note. Otherwise here are some mazes of famous buildings:

Taj Mahal Maze

The Louvre Maze

Templo de Sangre de Cristo Maze

Mount Rushmore Maze