Buddhist Meditation Centers with Events in English:
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Greater Raleigh-Durham Area:
Fo Guang Shan Temple North Carolina - International Buddhist Progress Society
2529 Prince Drive, Raleigh NC 27606 www.ibpsnc.org Dedicated on July 4, 2010, Fo Guang Shan Temple NC propagates Venerable Master Hsing Yun's teachings of Humanistic Buddhism and advocates peaceful coexistence to benefit all sentient beings. Serving as a bridge between Eastern and Western cultures, Fo Guang Shan NC offers Sunday Dharma services, regular Buddhist events, and a variety of cultural activities and programs. Open to the public from 10am - 5pm Tuesday through Sunday. |
Kadampa Center for the Practice of Tibetan Buddhism in the Gelugpa Tradition - Affiliated with the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition in the lineage of His Holiness the Dalai Lama
(Not to be confused with other groups with similar sounding names) Whether you are someone just starting out on your spiritual journey or a seasoned Buddhist practitioner, you have found a great place to start. Kadampa Center offers programs and meditation courses for everyone. 5412 Etta Burke Court, Raleigh, NC 27606 https://kadampa-center.org/ 
North Carolina Buddhist Temple - Theravada Meditation Center
Guided Meditation in English on Monday nights at 7pm 1017 Patterson Road, Durham, NC 27704 http://www.ncbuddhisttemple.org/ 
The Piedmont KTC (Karma Thegsum Choling) is a Tibetan Buddhist meditation group in Carrboro, N.C. We are in the Karma Kagyu lineage and affiliated with Karma Triyana Dharmachakra monastery, the U.S. seat of His Holiness, The 17th Karmapa.
110 West Main Street, Suite 2L, Carrboro NC 27510 http://www.piedmontktc.org/ |
Charlotte, NC:
Charlotte Buddhist Vihara: A Community-Supported Monastic Residence in Theravada Buddhism
Multiple meditation events throughout the week in English with American Buddhist monks and nuns, in Charlotte NC. Beginners welcome! Check website for event details and location: http://www.charlottebuddhistvihara.org/
Multiple meditation events throughout the week in English with American Buddhist monks and nuns, in Charlotte NC. Beginners welcome! Check website for event details and location: http://www.charlottebuddhistvihara.org/
South Carolina Meditation Groups:
Spartanburg Buddhist Meditation Group:
A Western group studying Theravada Buddhism. Meets in English for meditation and discussion every Thursday at 6pm, 770 Bryant Rd, Spartanburg SC 29303, under the guidance of Cambodian monks. https://www.facebook.com/spartanburgbuddhist2012 |
Carolina Buddhist Vihara in Greenville - Spartanburg South Carolina
Guided Meditation and Sutta study on Mondays & Thursdays at 6pm, Saturdays at 2pm, and more! 113 Woodridge Circle, Greenville, SC 29607 http://carolinabuddhist.net |
Charleston Tibetan Society
Authentic practice led by monks in the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism and endorsed by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Nonprofit center established in 1994.
Several meditation classes and sessions each week, including those for beginners.
12 Parkwood Avenue, Charleston, SC 29403
http://www.charlestontibetansociety.com
Authentic practice led by monks in the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism and endorsed by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Nonprofit center established in 1994.
Several meditation classes and sessions each week, including those for beginners.
12 Parkwood Avenue, Charleston, SC 29403
http://www.charlestontibetansociety.com
South Carolina Dharma Group:
Buddhist Meditation Group in Columbia SC
Authentic practice led by monks in the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism and endorsed by His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Location: in a building on Florence street just behind the house at 3003 Columbia Street, Columbia SC 29201 (please come to the building on Florence, not to the house)
Also coming soon: Radiant Mind Retreat Center, 28 acre meditation retreat in South Carolina
http://www.scdharma.org
Buddhist Meditation Group in Columbia SC
Authentic practice led by monks in the Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism and endorsed by His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Location: in a building on Florence street just behind the house at 3003 Columbia Street, Columbia SC 29201 (please come to the building on Florence, not to the house)
Also coming soon: Radiant Mind Retreat Center, 28 acre meditation retreat in South Carolina
http://www.scdharma.org
Buddhist Temples in the Carolinas
Sorted by region. One photo per temple. Note: Most do not have regular events in English. Many function also as community centers for Thai, Lao, Khmer, Cambodian, Burmese, Karen, Chinese, Taiwanese, Sri Lankan, Tibetan, Vietnamese, and other Asian-American communities. (Note: Addresses are not listed here, but if you wish to visit and need the location, please contact us.)
Raleigh - Durham - Chapel Hill - Research Triangle AreaCharlotte NC AreaSouth Carolina Buddhist Temples and Meditation Groups |
Greensboro - Winston-Salem - High Point - Piedmont Triad AreaCoastal Plains, Mountains, Rural, and All Other North Carolina Regions |