Holy Trinity Monastery

Quiet, prayerful and rooted in Eastern Orthodox tradition, Holy Trinity Monastery sits in the countryside of Jordanville, in Herkimer County. Visitors come for serenity, spiritual reflection and a rare glimpse into Orthodox monastic life in rural Central New York, far from the pace of the nearby cities.

The monastery is both an active place of worship and a tourist attraction, so it’s best approached quietly and respectfully. It belongs to the Russian Orthodox tradition, which gives the grounds a character unlike anything else in the Mohawk Valley region.

What to Know

• It’s an Eastern Orthodox monastery in Jordanville, Herkimer County.
• The monastery is a working place of worship as well as a visitor attraction.
• The setting is quiet and rural, well suited to a reflective stop.
• Experience Herkimer County features it as an attraction.