Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center

Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center Prairiewoods is a Franciscan retreat and conference center focused on ecology, spirituality and holistic health.
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Prairiewoods: A Place of Peace and Transformation

Prairiewoods is an ecospirituality retreat and conference center. It offers educational programs (from permaculture to self-care, holistic to spirituality), retreats, overnight stays in the Guest House or Hermitages, and holistic services like massage and reflexology. Prairiewoods' meeting rooms are available for rent. We also have a free lending

library, a gift shop and a Meditation Room. For a look at what Prairiewoods is and what it can do for you, check out www.Prairiewoods.org.

The Singing Resistance Song Circle is in full swing at Prairiewoods, bringing people together through powerful songs of ...
06/06/2026

The Singing Resistance Song Circle is in full swing at Prairiewoods, bringing people together through powerful songs of community, justice, hope, and resilience.

✨ Whether you love to sing or simply want to be part of a meaningful and uplifting experience, we'd love to have you join us!

Don't miss our next Singing Resistance Song Circle on Sunday, July 26th from 10:30 a.m.–Noon.

Learn more here:

https://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=26PFI35669

In times of uncertainty, singing together can help us find strength, connection, and hope. 🎶Join us this Saturday, June ...
06/04/2026

In times of uncertainty, singing together can help us find strength, connection, and hope. 🎶

Join us this Saturday, June 6th from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. for a Singing Resistance Song Circle at Prairiewoods. Led by local songleaders, this 90-minute gathering will use songs from the Singing Resistance Songbook to help participants process current events, build community, and connect through music.

No singing experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome. Whether you're looking for inspiration, solidarity, or simply a chance to sing with others, there's a place for you in the circle.

Register today and join us in raising our voices together:

https://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=26PFI35668

06/03/2026

🌿 Garden Party is almost here! 🌿

Our Executive Director, Leslie Wright, has a special invitation for you. Join us on Saturday, June 20th, for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 30 years of Prairiewoods with delicious food, live music, community, and exciting new opportunities to support our mission.

Be among the first to learn about our new Giving Circle and enjoy all the surprises we have in store for this milestone celebration.

Learn more and reserve your spot at prairiewoods.org/annual-event/garden-party/

Our Inipi Sweat Lodge at Prairiewoods has been rebuilt and is ready to welcome people again!A heartfelt thank-you to Rod...
06/02/2026

Our Inipi Sweat Lodge at Prairiewoods has been rebuilt and is ready to welcome people again!

A heartfelt thank-you to Rodney, Aaron, and Kerry for their help bringing this sacred space back to life over the past few days. The first ceremony in the new lodge will take place this summer, and we look forward to gathering together for prayer, purification, and connection.

We hope to see many familiar faces there as we begin this new chapter.

05/29/2026

Join our Garden Coordinator, Christine Kirpes, as she shares how permaculture principles guide the work we do in the Green Prairie Garden at Prairiewoods. Watch the video to learn how permaculture is helping us cultivate abundance while caring for creation.

05/27/2026

Join us on Saturday, June 20th for an unforgettable evening at the Prairiewoods Garden Party as we celebrate 30 years of community, connection, and care for the earth. 🌿✨

In this special invitation, our Director of Development, Matthew Gurnsey, shares what makes this year's Garden Party so meaningful and why we hope you'll be part of it.

Enjoy a summer evening filled with delicious tapas-style food, live music, conversation, and time to gather together on the beautiful Prairiewoods land. From celebrating our shared mission to supporting the future of Prairiewoods, this is a night you won't want to miss.

Learn more and reserve your spot: https://prairiewoods.org/annual-event/garden-party/

Today we welcomed more than 30 third-graders from Nixon Elementary School to Prairiewoods for a day of wonder, creativit...
05/26/2026

Today we welcomed more than 30 third-graders from Nixon Elementary School to Prairiewoods for a day of wonder, creativity, and connection with nature. 🌿

Our young visitors explored the land through a scavenger hunt, created nature-inspired artwork, listened to beautiful music, and practiced mindfulness together outdoors.

One student shared, “Thank you for helping me realize how much I like nature.” 💚

Moments like these remind us why creating opportunities for children to connect with the earth is so important. Thank you to the students, teachers, and staff who made this joyful day possible!

Prairiewoods Center will be closed Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.We will reopen ...
05/23/2026

Prairiewoods Center will be closed Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

We will reopen Tuesday, May 26 at 8:00 a.m.

As we pause for the holiday weekend, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. We wish you a safe and peaceful Memorial Day weekend.

Address

120 E Boyson Road
Hiawatha, IA
52233

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+13193956700

Website

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