Tours and presentations are held at 11:00 AM on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Group tours are available by appointment. The tour takes about 90 minutes, but they can go longer with many questions. If you can’t stay the whole time, you may leave at any time without offending the presenter.
The presentation reviews the history of the Kneipp Springs Sanitarium (Hospital), where patients with chronic illnesses such as tuberculosis and Spanish Flu were treated. The devotion to Our Lady, Patroness of America, is also explained as the historical roots that pass through Rome City, Indiana.
We will also visit the Oratory, the Bishop’s suite, and the Sister’s private chapel where Sr. Mary Ephrem was mystically inspired with the devotion to Our Lady, the Immaculate Virgin, Patroness of America.
While this presentation emphasizes the Catholic understanding of Salvation History, it is open to people of all faiths or those still searching.
Some days, we are unable to present due to staffing conflicts. To be safe, call to let us know you are coming.
Regular Hours
Monday – Saturday 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM. If you need to visit outside these hours, call us. Grounds are open daily from 7:00 a.m. to sunset
If you are driving through and need to set an appointment, please call us at 260-303-499
Presentation and Tour
The presentations cover the history of the Our Lady, Patroness of America Center and the devotion to Our Lady, the Immaculate Virgin, Patroness of America.
Learn about Heaven’s plan for America to help Our Lady lead the world to peace.
These are the currently scheduled presentations. Please call if your group needs an unavailable date, and we will do our best to accommodate. Plan 2 hours for the presentation, tour, and questions. Reservations are not required, but please call us and share your plans so that, if anything changes, we can notify you. For dates beyond the last item, please call. If you are driving through and would like a presentation at a specific date and time, please call 260-303-4990
There is no fee for the presentation.
| DATE & TIME | SPECIAL INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| January 31, 2026 - Saturday 9:00 AM | Mass at 9:00 and presentation to follow. |
| February 5, 2026 - Thursday 11:00 AM | |
| February 7, 2026 - First Saturday - After Mass | 10:25 Rosary, 11:00 Mass - Presentation is 30 minutes after Mass |
| February 24, 2026 - Tuesday 11:00 AM | |
| February 26, 2026 - Thursday 11:00 AM | |
| February 28, 2026 - Saturday 11:00 AM | |
| March 7, 2026 - Saturday 11:00 |
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