In 1981, Mother Angelica, a cloistered Franciscan nun, launched what has become the largest religious media network in the world; Eternal Word Television Network. EWTN now reaches 264 million homes in 145 countries and over 700 million homes with AM, FM, shortwave radio and internet. It all began in 1923 in a small home in the southeast end of Canton, Ohio. Rizzo, the future Mother Angelica, grew
up in a working class neighborhood during the Roaring Twenties a block away from her parish church. Young Rita had a difficult childhood. Her father, John abandoned the family before Rita was five years old. Life was a struggle for Rita and her mother. Rita’s years of trial were compounded by a debilitating stomach ailment until she was healed by Jesus through a woman named Rhoda Wise. That healing set her life on a course that would ultimately change the world........ Come and see where it all began.
- Mother Angelica Museum
- Mary, Ark of the Covenant Chapel
- Rosary Garden
- Lourdes Grotto
- Gift Shop - St. Raphael Books and Gifts
Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday 10:00am -2:00pm
Parking:
All parking on the museum grounds is free. Handicap parking available near the main entrance. Accessibility:
Our museum is handicap accessible and stroller friendly. Seating is located throughout our campus. Photography:
You are welcome to take pictures. Be sure to share them on Facebook! Family Friendly:
We offer a family friendly environment. Admission: Free Donations accepted
Attractions Nearby:
Pro Football Hall of Fame 2 miles
National First Ladies Library 5 miles
William McKinley Presidential Museum 4 miles
MAPS Air Museum 7 miles
That Little Italian Kitchen 2 miles
Benders Tavern 5 miles
Rhoda Wise Shrine 6 miles
Sancta Clara Monastery 5 miles
