Missouri Shrines
Old McKendree Chapel
Built in 1819
Mary, Mother of the Church Shrine
Shrine dedicated to Mary in a natural setting featuring a 14-ft. stainless steel sculpture of Mary. Fountains, pools, a waterfall and 25,000
Shrine of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne
Site of first free school west of the Mississippi River. Established in 1818 by Missouri's only saint, Rose Philippine Duchesne, RSCJ, canonized in 1988
National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
St. Mary's of the Barrens Church (dates to 1827)