Maze of the Week #237 - Delicate Arch

Maze of the Week #237 features the Delicate Arch in Grand County Utah, USA in Arches National Park. Back to back mazes of rock formations !! This natural arch is 52 feet tall and is the most famous of the over 2,000 sandstone arches in the park. You can read about the park on Wikipedia.

Here is a long video explaining all about Arches National Park:

The maze: I went full color and used the groves in the rock as natural pathways. I did not color the rocks in the distance, instead drawing them in color so the arches got the viewers attention.

Delicate Arch Maze

Download is available on the home page. Happy Maze-ing !

If you are in Utah and want to walk a labyrinth, I have some suggestions: 3 Labyrinths to visit in Utah.

Other blog posts you may enjoy:

5 Labyrinths to Visit in Mississippi

Today I want to introduce you to some Mississippi labyrinths. I have selected 5 of the best that are accessible to the public from around the state that I think are worth a visit. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder.

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

Mississippi Labyrinth Chart

Here is how Mississippi compares to the rest of the US. Well, it has the least amount of labyrinths per capita in the US and the smallest average size labyrinths in the US.

Mississippi vs USA labyrinth table

Mississippi Labyrinth Questions:

What is the largest labyrinth in Mississippi ? The largest labyrinth in Mississippi is the Hopewell Camp and Conference Center Labyrinth in Oxford which has a diameter of 55 feet. This is the smallest largest state labyrinth in the USA.

What city has the most labyrinths in Mississippi ? The city with the most labyrinths in Mississippi is Oxford 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…


5 Labyrinths to Visit in Mississippi

 

1. St. James' Episcopal Church Labyrinth

A 7 circuit Chartres style labyrinth surrounded by a prayer garden and benches. Before this labyrinth was installed in 2014, the parishioners created a different temporary labyrinth !

Location: Jackson, Mississippi

Address:
3921 Oak Ridge Drive
Jackson, Mississippi 39216

 

2. University of Mississippi Labyrinth

An 8 circuit medieval labyrinth that was built in 2007. Here is the campus map locator from the university if you want to plan a visit ! It is located between the Fulton Chapel and the Student Union. Find a picture of the labyrinth on flickr.

Location: Oxford, Mississippi

Address:

304 University Circle
Oxford, Mississippi 38677

 

3. St. John's Episcopal Church Labyrinth

 

A 5 circuit medieval labyrinth made of bricks/pavers with 4 benches around the outside. Located on the Porter Avenue side of the church. You can see it above at 9 o’clock.

Location: Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Address:

705 Rayburn Avenue
Ocean Springs, Mississippi 39654

 

4. Episcopal Church of the Resurrection Labyrinth

 

A 7 circuit square labyrinth made from tiles on concrete. The labyrinth was designed by Dr. David C. Lewis and is located behind the church. It can easily be spotted on Google Maps satellite view as seen above !

Location: Starkville, Mississippi

Address:

105 N. Montgomery St.
Starkville, Mississippi 39759

 

5. University Baptist Church Labyrinth

University Baptist Church Labyrinth in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

University Baptist Church Labyrinth - Hattiesburg, Mississippi - courtesy of the church

This 11 circuit Chartres replica labyrinth is located is front of the church behind the short brick wall.

Location: Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Address:
3200 Arlington Loop
Hattiesburg, Mississippi 39401


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 Mississippi. 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

Sydney Opera House Maze

11 Labyrinths to Visit in Minnesota

Did you know that Minnesota is full of labyrinths ? There are almost 350, and I have selected 11 of the best that are accessible to the public from around the state that are worth visiting. With so many labyrinths in the state, if my list does not include one near you, I suggest you check the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder.

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

Here is how Minnesota compares to the rest of the US. It has the second most labyrinths after California. It also ranks 3rd in terms of labyrinths per capita. 2nd in terms of the percentage of indoor labyrinths.

Minnesota vs USA labyrinth table

Minnesota Labyrinth Questions:

What is the largest labyrinth in Minnesota ? The largest labyrinth in Minnesota is the Koinonia Retreat Center Labyrinth in South Haven, MN which has a diameter of 245 feet.

What city has the most labyrinths in Minnesota ? The city with the most labyrinths in MInnesota is Stillwater with 43, followed by St. Paul with 40. These 2 cities happen to rank #1 and #2 for most labyrinths in the US. Here is every city with 5 or more labyrinths in MN:

Are there any record setting labyrinths in Minnesota ? Yes. What is the largest indoor labyrinth in the US ? One of the many Paths of Peace labyrinths in Stillwater, Minnesota has a 50 foot diameter (there are 4 in the USA with this diameter and this is one of them). This particular one is a classical 5 circuit made from PVC pipes is interesting because it is designed for use by horses ! It is also portable (and rentable).

Minnesota fun facts:

  • 3 states contain 8 large sized labyrinths: Minnesota, New York and Ohio.

  • Minnesota contains 18 Baltic style mazes, the state with the most in the US. Minnesota also contains the most dual path labyrinths, often used for reconciliation walks.

Why visit a Labyrinth ?

Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. 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. Today we explore…


11 Labyrinths to Visit in minnesota

 

1. Minneapolis Institute of Art Labyrinth

Made from granite and steel, this contemporary labyrinth is 87 feet square and was designed by John Willenbecher. Plan your trip on the museum’s website. Located in the inner courtyard which is called Target Park. This is the 3D view of it from the center !

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Address:
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404

 

2. Bethel Lutheran Church Labyrinth

Bethel Lutheran Church Labyrinth

Bethel Lutheran Church Labyrinth - https://streets.mn/ Max Hailperin

This classical 7 circuit labyrinth looks wonderful with it’s grass walking path. You can read all about it on the church website.

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Address:

4120 17th Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55407

NOTE: There are dozens of labyrinths (over 30) in Minneapolis to choose from if you are interested and almost 40 in St. Paul ! Click on these links to view them all ! Minneapolis Labyrinths, St Paul Labyrinths.

 

3. Como Park Global Harmony Labyrinth

Located in Como Park, this is one of the most unique labyrinth pathways I have ever seen, this contemporary labyrinth is made from granite resin on a concrete slab. It commemorates the sister city relationship between St. Paul and Nagasaki, Japan. Check out it’s page on this website !

Location: St Paul, Minnesota

Address:

Como Park
St. Paul, Minnesota 55103

 

4. Metropolitan State University - David Barton Community Labyrinth

Metropolitan State University - David Barton Community Labyrinth in Winter

David Barton Community Labyrinth - flickr

A 7 circuit labyrinth made from pavers with a turf pathway has it’s own webpage on the university's website. It uses the Circle of Peace design and also has it’s own entry on Google Maps to make finding it easy.

Location: St Paul, Minnesota

Address:

645 East Seventh Street
St. Paul, Minnesota 55106

 

5. Hope International University Labyrinth

This large 90 foot diameter labyrinth is a 7 circuit concentric circle style made from rocks with crushed limestone pathways. Find the location easily with this pin on Google Maps (it is on a hill).

Location: Rochester, Minnesota

Address:

on the hill across from:

920 Mayowood Rd SW
Rochester, Minnesota 55902

 

6. St. Stephen Lutheran Church Labyrinth

This 7 circuit medieval labyrinth is located on the churches garden patio. It is made of bricks and surrounded by benches and the church columbarium. You can read about each of the church website.

Location: Bloomington, Minnesota

Address:

8400 France Avenue South
Bloomington, Minnesota 55431

 

7. Forest Hill Cemetery Labyrinth

Yes, I am sending you to a cemetery. This Chartres replica labyrinth is made from paving bricks and crushed stones. The labyrinth was designed and created by the former superintendent Charles K. Walters. Read all about the labyrinth in this great news article. Click here to find the location on a map.

Location: Duluth, Minnesota

Address:

2516 Woodland Ave
Duluth, Minnesota 55803

 

8. Plymouth Creek Park Labyrinth

This 7 circuit labyrinth is located in the Millennium Gardens section of the park

Location: Plymouth, Minnesota

Address:

14800 34th Ave N.
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447

 

9. Central Park of Maple Grove Labyrinth

This 7 circuit labyrinth is made in the partner style and is open during park hours. Learn about the labyrinth on the city website. It is surrounded by plantings and a stone seating. Check out this view from Maps !

Location: Maple Grove, Minnesota

Address:

12000 Central Park Way
Maple Grove, Minnesota 55369

 

10. Christ Lutheran Church Labyrinth

A 7 circuit medieval labyrinth that is located to the right of the church entrance on 89th street. Read about the prayer labyrinth on the church website.

Location: Blaine, Minnesota

Address:

641 89th Ave. NE
Blaine, Minnesota 55434

 

11. Trinity Hospital & Care Center Labyrinth

 

This 11 circuit Chartres replica labyrinth is of painted concrete and can easily be seen on Google Maps. (Lower bottom left above). Learn more about the labyrinth on the fhs website.

Location: Farmington, Minnesota

Address:

3410 - 213th Street West
Farmington, Minnesota 55024

 

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 Minnesota. If you have suggestions - drop me a note. Otherwise here are some mazes of famous (and almost famous) buildings:

Taj Mahal Maze

The Louvre Maze

Templo de Sangre de Cristo Maze

The Pro Football Hall of Fame Maze

10 Labyrinths to Visit in Michigan

So you want to visit a labyrinth in Michigan. I can help. I have selected 10 of the best (there are 125) 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. It was difficult to pick just 10, and with over 100 labyrinths in the state there is probably one near you !

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

Michigan Labyrinth Chart

Here is how Michigan compares to the rest of the US. 16th in terms of number of labyrinths. 6th in terms of average labyrinth size.

Michigan vs USA labyrinth table

Michigan Labyrinth Questions:

What is the largest labyrinth in Michigan ? The largest labyrinth in Michigan is GilChrist Retreat Center labyrinth in Three Rivers, Michigan is an 11 circuit medieval cut into the grass with a 262 foot diameter. You can easily see it on Google Maps. Plan a trip to the retreat center on their website.

What city has the most labyrinths in Michigan ? The city with the most labyrinths in Michigan is Grand Rapids with 5.

Are there any record setting labyrinths in Michigan ? Yes. I believe the GilChrist Retreat Center Labyrinth mentioned above is the largest medieval labyrinth in the USA, and one of the 10 largest labyrinths of any type in the country.

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 michigan

1. The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy - Gabriel Richard Park Labyrinth

This classical 5 circuit labyrinth made from bricks/pavers is located on the Detroit Riverwalk in the park right beside the MacArthur Bridge. The center of the labyrinth…..contains another labyrinth !

Location: Detroit, Michigan

Address:
7130 E Jefferson Ave
Detroit, Michigan 48207

 

2. Orchard Hill Reformed Church Labyrinth

All photos are courtesy of the church.

This Chartres style labyrinth is located on the east side of the church and is surrounded by trees, and flowers. Guided labyrinth pamphlets are available at the entrance. It has a page on the church website.

Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan

Address:

1465 Three Mile Road NW
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49544

 

3. Matthaei Botanical Gardens Labyrinth

Matthaei Botanical Gardens Labyrinth

Matthaei Botanical Gardens Labyrinth - John Kannenberg - flickr

This Baltic style labyrinth at the Univ of Michigan Botanical Gardens is made from crushed limestone separated by grasses. You can find information about it on the gardens website.

Location: Ann Arbor

Address:
1800 N. Dixboro
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48105

 

4. Moores Park Labyrinth

45-48 seconds, bottom left corner

The grass labyrinth is between the pavilion on the hill and the river sidewalk. The park has a facebook page where you can see a photo of the labyrinth. The park overlooks the large power plant cross the river.

Location: Lansing, Michigan

Address:

420 Moores River Drive
Lansing, Michigan 48910

 

5. Christ Episcopal Church Labyrinth

A labyrinth placed in the grass outlined by bricks. You can learn more about the labyrinth on the church website. Find a photo of the labyrinth on waymarking.

Location: Dearborn, Michigan

Address:

120 North Military Rd.
Dearborn, Michigan 48124

 

6. Petoskey Community Labyrinth

Petoskey Community Labyrinth - Michigan

Petoskey Community Labyrinth - Photo courtesy of the library

Located at the Petoskey public library, this 11 circuit labyrinth is made from charcoal and red bricks and is the Breamore design from The Labyrinth Company. Find information about the labyrinth on the library website.

Location: Petoskey, Michigan

Address:

Petoskey Public Library, 500 E. Mitchell
Petoskey, Michigan 49770

 

7. Unity of Kalamazoo Labyrinth

 

An octagonal 6 circuit labyrinth made from bricks that was designed by Kent Brigham. It has a really cool center design. You can find more information on the church website.

Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan

Address:

1204 Whites Rd.
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008

 

8. Holy Cross Lutheran Church Labyrinth

 

An 11 circuit Chartres style labyrinth located within the prayer gardens on east side of the church grounds. Learn more about the labyrinth on the church website.

Location: Livonia , Michigan

Address:
30650 Six Mile Road
Livonia , Michigan 48152

 

9. Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park Labyrinth

Located in the Judith Groleau Healing Garden, this beautiful 11 circuit Chartres inspired labyrinth is made from bricks/pavers, including manganese coated clay pavers. Plan a trip to the Botanic Garden on their website. Easy to find since it has it’s own entry on Google Maps.

Location: Traverse City, Michigan

Address:

1490 Red Drive
Traverse City, Michigan 49684

 

10. Cherry Point Farm and Market (Labyrinth ?)

Not public, this is a business, but it had to be included ! Open April-October, this contemporary labyrinth is 300 foot diameter ! One of the most unique labyrinths you will find, the pathways are created by mounds of earth and lavender plants and it is square around a large central garden. The only issue is….I do not think it is actually a labyrinth with defined pathways. Still worth a visit ! Plan your trip on the Farm website.

Location: Shelby, Michigan

Address:
9600 W Buchanan Road
Shelby, Michigan 49455


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 Michigan. 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

Mount Rushmore Maze