dedicated to a peaceful & just society
grounded in contemplative & spiritual practice
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Midwestern Dhamma dedicated to a peaceful & just society grounded in contemplative & spiritual practice |
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We are a young Dhamma refuge in southwestern Wisconsin, with roots in the Theravada tradition of Buddhism and Suan Mokkh, the monastery founded by Buddhadasa Bhikkhu in southern Thailand, as our model. We are dedicated to fostering a community of liberatory practice; providing a natural setting for personal meditation retreats; and living out a Buddhist ethics of ecological and social responsibility.
We moved to this 70 acre valley in Wisconsin's beautiful driftless region in 2006. Slowly, through volunteer labor and donations, we are building facilities for community and practice. This website contains Dhamma teachings (text & audio), study materials, calendars of teachings & events, local partners, pictures, building plans, and funding needs. Please explore the menu bar and most recent Newsletter.
Now that spring has arrived we are welcoming retreatants & workers, planting the garden, & getting back to work on the cabin. The tipi is up, occupied, and magnificent. The new parking area is ready, so visitors needn't park along the road. Santikaro's blog tracks recent developments, visitors, observations, weather reports, and more. Santikaro is leading a variety of retreats this summer.
