Kadampa Meditation Center Maryland
A temple for modern Buddhism in the heart of Baltimore
Everyone is welcome!
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Meditation Classes
Classes include meditations and teachings based on Buddha’s wisdom that can help us to stay peaceful, even in the most challenging times.
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Retreats & Events
Discover our day retreats, offered about once per month, and special events including holiday celebrations, guest teachers, blessing empowerments, and more.
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Where to Start
Our weekly general program meditation classes and our Saturday day retreats are the best places to begin learning about meditation and Buddhist practice.
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World Peace Gardens
The World Peace Garden is a place of peace and reflection that serves the residents of the greater Baltimore area. For garden volunteer opportunities, see our Classes & Retreats page.
Calendar of Upcoming Events
Who We Are
Kadampa Meditation Center Maryland is a Temple dedicated to bringing peace and happiness to the world, and to removing suffering, through offering the methods of meditation and modern Buddhism.
Being part of a spiritual community gives us the inspiration and support we need to grow in our spiritual practice.
The Empowerment of Enlightened Mother Arya Tara
June 13th & 14th Weekend, at KMC Maryland
Arya Tara, or ‘Superior Liberator’, is a female Buddha who is the manifestation of the wind element of all the Buddhas. Because of this, if we rely upon Tara with strong faith she will quickly protect us from all fears and dangers, grant us her blessings and fulfil all our wishes. We particularly need her help in these difficult times.
She is also the manifestation of the ultimate wisdom of all the Buddhas. Receiving this empowerment gives us the opportunity to draw close to Mother Tara and empowers us to let go of our painful, repetitive ways of thinking about our self and the situations we find ourselves in.
Mindfulness in Daily Life
A Saturday Retreat on July 11th, 10am-3:15pm
In the fast pace of our work and personal lives, our attention is easily scattered and our mind cluttered with endless distractions.
Training in mindfulness gives us the power to overcome disturbing thoughts and to stay focused on what brings peace of mind and happiness.
It is about remembering to be in the present moment, and applying Buddha’s teachings to our daily life. All of Buddha’s teachings, or Dharma, help us to use the present moment in the most meaningful way.
All About Meditation
Saturday, July 18th at 11am-12:30pm with Teacher Rick Ratigan.
This class is designed to help you improve your daily meditation practice, or start a practice. Meditation is the main tool that Buddhists use to make lasting positive changes in our minds and lives. Learn to meditate in an authentic way that has been used for centuries to reduce mental and physical suffering and increase the power of the mind, resulting in greater peace and happiness.
International Kadampa Festivals
International festivals of teachings, empowerments, and meditations on modern Kadampa Buddhism. Held each Spring, Summer, and Fall.
2026 Festivals will include Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments being granted at the Summer Festival in the UK!
These are available in-person or online. Click images below for more information:
