10 Labyrinths to Visit in Massachusetts

So you want to visit a labyrinth in Massachusetts. I have selected 10 of the best (there are 119) 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. Also, there is a wonderful website dedicated specifically to the Labyrinths of New England run by Yadina Clark that is helpful to plan visits.

Before we get to my recommendations for Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts answers and statistics were part of that research. We start with a chart summarizing the data from Massachusetts:

Massachusetts Labyrinth Chart

Here is how Massachusetts compares to the rest of the US. Slightly above average in everything actaully.

Massachusetts vs USA labyrinth table

Massachusetts Labyrinth Questions:

What is the largest labyrinth in Massachusetts ? The Massachusetts Horticultural Society’s Garden at Elm Bank Labyrinth has a diameter of 240 feet. There is an admission charged to see this 8 circuit medieval labyrinth located in Wellesley, Massachusetts. It is one of the 10 largest labyrinths in the USA !

What city has the most labyrinths in Massachusetts ? The city with the most labyrinths in Massachusetts is Wellesley with 4.

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. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…


10 Labyrinths to Visit in Massachusetts

1. Armenian Heritage Park Labyrinth

Video includes Harvard Divinity School (#4), Boston College (#10), Simmons College (#2) and American Heritage Park (#1)

Located downtown in the Armenian Heritage Park, this beautiful 60 foot diameter labyrinth is made of granite pathways set in the grass. You can learn about the labyrinth on the park website. Google Maps satellite view is a perfect way to view it !

Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Address:
Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway

Atlantic Ave and Mercantile Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02110

 

2. Simmons University Labyrinth

Skip to 2:08 in the video below to see the labyrinth !

This 7 circuit concentric labyrinth is located on the quad. You can plan a visit to the university on the website which also includes photos of the labyrinth.

Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Address:
300 Fenway
Boston, Massachusetts 02115

 

3. Harvard Divinity School Labyrinth

A 7 circuit medieval labyrinth made of stone can be easily found with it’s entry on Google Maps. See video of the labyrinth above (#1).

Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts

Address:
2- 86 Museum Street
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138

 

4. St. David's Episcopal Church Labyrinth

Located behind the parish hall, this 36 foot diameter Chartres replica labyrinth can be seen on Google Maps street view to easily find the location !

Location: South Yarmouth, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Address:

205 Old Main Street
South Yarmouth, Cape Cod, Massachusetts 02664

 

5. Merrimack College Labyrinth

 

A large (80 foot diameter) labyrinth located between Austin Hall and Cushing Hall on the Merrimack College campus. At the center of the labyrinth is an inscription that states “Be of One Mind and Heart Intent Upon God ” ~ St. Augustine. Learn about the design details on the labyrinth’s webpage. You can see it above at 12 0’clock (zoom in for a better view).

Location: North Andover, Massachusetts

Address:
315 Turnpike Street
North Andover, Massachusetts 01845

 

6. Weston United Methodist Church Labyrinth

Weston United Methodist Church Labyrinth

Weston United Methodist Church Labyrinth - photo courtesy of the church

This 44 foot diameter labyrinth had to be included on the list for it’s wonderful color - a mix of greens, blues and purples ! It was designed and created by Kyia Watkins (At Peace Arts). You can see pictures of her and the labyrinth on the churches dedicated webpage to it.

Location: Weston, Massachusetts

Address:

377 North Ave.
Weston, Massachusetts 02493

 

7. Wellesley College Labyrinth

This 5 circuit medieval labyrinth is uniquely made from cut tree rounds. It can be hard to find, but the labyrinth webpage says: “The labyrinth is located north of Paramecium Pond, in a quiet setting with views of nearby Molly's Garden and Galen Stone Tower.”. On a campus map it would be in the Botanic Gardens.

Location: Wellesley, Massachusetts

Address:

106 Central Street
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481

 

8. Church of Our Redeemer Labyrinth

Located just off the minuteman bike path, this St. Paul style 7 circuit labyrinth is made from bricks/pavers. It was designed by David Tolzmann of The Labyrinth Company. The labyrinth has it’s own webpage on the church website to learn more about it.

Location: Lexington, Massachusetts

Address:

6 Meriam St.
Lexington, Massachusetts 02420

 

9. Health Alliance - Clinton Hospital Labyrinth

This beautiful 11 circuit medieval concrete labyrinth is found on the former site of the Burbank Hospital. The labyrinth includes multiple benches is surrounded by a park with a walking path. This view shows the location next to the drop off of the cancer center.

Location: Fitchburg, Massachusetts

Address:

275 Nichols Rd
Fitchburg, Massachusetts 01420

 

10. Boston College Labyrinth

 

An 11 circuit Chartres style labyrinth made of bluestone pathways on the grass. It is dedicated to 22 alumni of the college that passed away on September 11, 2001. You can see pictures and read about the labyrinth on the college’s website. Zoom into the labyrinth satellite view above. See video of the labyrinth above (#1).

Location: Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts

Address:

140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts 02467

 

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 and I have made one maze from Massachusetts.

Kresge Auditorium Maze (MIT)

Here are some mazes of famous buildings in other locations:

Taj Mahal Maze

The Louvre Maze

Mount Rushmore Maze

10 Labyrinths to Visit in Maryland

So you want to visit a labyrinth in Maryland. I have selected 10 of the best (there are over 100) that are accessible to the public from around the state, focusing on large population areas. I could have easily made this 20 labyrinths with the wonderful outdoor, public labyrinths available in 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 Maryland 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 Maryland answers and statistics were part of that research. We start with a chart summarizing the data from Maryland:

Maryland Labyrinth Chart

Here is how Maryland compares to the rest of the US. It ranks both 20th in the US for the number of labyrinths and labyrinths per capita.

Maryland Labyrinth Questions:

What is the largest labyrinth in Maryland ? The largest labyrinth in Maryland is on private property in Conowingo, Maryland with a 90 foot diameter. The Rotary Centennial Labyrinth for Peace Labyrinth in Salisbury, MD at a 72 feet diameter is the largest that can be visited by the public.

What city has the most labyrinths in Maryland ? Baltimore has the most labyrinths in Maryland with 16.

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 maryland

 

1. Northeast Interfaith Peace Garden Labyrinth

 

A 7 circuit medieval labyrinth located in the Northeast Interfaith Peace Garden on the grounds of St. Anthony of Padua Church. It is made of bricks/pavers and you can see a picture of it and learn about it’s purpose on the spaces website.

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Address:
4414 Frankford Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21206

 

2. Govans Presbyterian Church - Ellen Morriss Memorial Santa Rosa Labyrinth

This Santa Rosa labyrinth is located in the grass with the outline lined by plants. You can learn more about it on it’s webpage on the church website which includes a note “Please call the church office at 410-435-9188 if you would like an introduction to the labyrinth and how to use it as a tool for prayer and meditation.“

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Address:

5828 York Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21212

 

3. Christ Lutheran Church Labyrinth

 

If you are in the inner harbor, this is the labyrinth for you to visit. Located on the plaza between Christ Lutheran Church, and the Arrive Apartments it is also near the Maryland Science Center. This 34 foot diameter 7 circuit labyrinth is made from bricks/pavers and can easily be found on Google Maps ! You can see it above to the NE of the red pin.

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Address:

701 South Charles St.
Baltimore, Maryland 21230

 

4. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Frederick Labyrinth

Photos courtesy of the church

This 9 circuit medieval style labyrinth is in the grass next to the church and was installed in 2005. The labyrinth has it’s own webpage for more information, and if you check the calendar page of the church you can find labyrinth walks scheduled, including some at night !

Location: Frederick, Maryland

Address:

4880 Elmer Derr Road
Frederick, Maryland 21703

 

5. Faith United Methodist Church Labyrinth

See the labyrinth starting at about 1:10 in the video below

This 5 circuit labyrinth is located in the Mary Carter Barrow Memorial Garden courtyard. It is accessible from the sidewalk across from the side parking lot.

Location: Rockville, Maryland

Address:
6810 Montrose Road
Rockville, Maryland 20852

 

6. All Saints Lutheran Church Labyrinth

This 11 circuit labyrinth features mulch pathways with large stones to mark the labyrinth. It is open from dawn to dusk and includes 2 benches on the outside. It can be found on a trail off the churches parking lot - please read the rules posted at the entrance to the trail.

Location: Bowie, Maryland

Address:
16510 Mount Oak Road
Bowie, Maryland 20716

 

7. Epiphany Episcopal Church Labyrinth

This beautiful 6 circuit medieval labyrinth is made by a stone pathway set in the grass. You can find a wonderful picture of it on the homepage of the church website.

Location: Odenton, Maryland

Address:

1419 Odenton Road
Odenton, Maryland 21113

 

8. St. Luke's Episcopal Church - Eastport Memorial Labyrinth

 

This 50 foot diameter, 7 circuit labyrinth is on the grass with paving stones marking the walls. The labyrinth is open from dusk until dawn and was founded in the memory of Ned Hall. You can learn all about this labyrinth on it’s church webpage.

Location: Annapolis, Maryland

Address:

1101 Bay Ridge Ave.
Annapolis, Maryland 21403

 

9. St. Luke's Episcopal Church Labyrinth

This 60 foot diameter 11 circuit labyrinth sits in the grass and is lined by pavers. You can learn more about the labyrinth on the church’s labyrinth webpage.

Location: Bethesda, Maryland

Address:

6030 Grosvenor Lane
Bethesda, Maryland 20814

 

10. University of Maryland - Garden of Remembrance Labyrinth

Ff you want to skip ahead, the labyrinth is featured at 14 minutes in !

This 7 circuit medieval labyrinth is located next to the UMD Memorial Chapel. It is easy to locate on Google Maps as it is part of the Garden of Reflection and Remembrance. You can learn more about the labyrinth and see great pictures on the sacred spaces website.

Location: College Park, Maryland

Address:
7744 Regents Dr
College Park, Maryland 20742

 

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 Maryland. If you have suggestions - drop me a note. Otherwise here are some mazes of famous buildings:

Taj Mahal Maze

The Louvre Maze

The Pro Football Hall of Fame Maze

Santo Domingo Maze

Weekly Hard Maze #27

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 #27 - Pipe Maze

Solution will be in the archive. Download is below.

Weekly Hard Maze #27 - Pipe Maze
download the pipe maze

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

One Maze - Many designs - Final recap

At the beginning of the year I decided to try a maze design experiment where I take one maze and then design it in as many ways I can think of. I also kept finding new filters to use in the software I design in, Inkscape. I also mixed in a bit of text to image AI to see how it fared. This is my recap of the experiment.

We start with the original maze:

Simple Maze

I ended up making 125 variations of this maze of the course of 25 blog posts. I pulled them together into 5 groups of 25 so you can see them all. If the structure lost the maze…it is probably AI generated.

What I learned during this experiment:

  • Inkscape is full of filters and you will never know what they do unless you experiment with them.

  • There sure are a lot of filters that distort whatever image you make.

  • As I learned in other experiments, Text to Image AI is not able to keep the maze structure while adding design themes to it.

  • The color combinations you can use are infinite and I think color is the most impactful I think.

  • I really enjoy playing with depths and shadow. Some of my favorite mazes were the shadow and rotation ones I made.

  • I found that I like to use this post for inspiration and reference when I am designing new mazes. Feel free to do the same !

  • After a time it becomes difficult to come up with new ideas. Then you come with ideas that take a long time to create. I am sure with enough time and effort I could make 200+ more variations, but I was ready to move on to other things.

I was going to pick my favorite mazes - but it changes depending on my mood. Hopefully you can find a favorite !

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