Celebrating our Heritage

A place that has brought people from diverse communities, local and global, together to form one big extended family.

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Services

The Hindu Society of Minnesota provides religious, spiritual, educational, social and cultural activities for all generations of the Hindu community. As the largest Hindu temple in North America, our organization offers the unique benefit of providing a multitude of community resources and activities under one roof.

Religious Services

HSMN provides a beautiful Hindu Temple (place of worship) for the Twin Cities Hindu community. Our temple is authentic and built according to “Vastushastra” – a traditional system of Hindu architectural design. There are 21 mini temples which are identical replicas of several famous temples from all regions of India. Temple timings are Monday to Friday 9:30am to 11:30am and 5:30pm to 8:30 pm, weekends and holidays 9:00 am to 8:30 pm. All are welcome

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Cultural Services

Cultural committee comprised of the committee chair and 2-3 other members organizes cultural events for major cultural holidays such as Holi, Diwali and the Cultural Heritage Day showcasing the vast talent from the Twin Cities area.
As well as assists in hosting events of visiting national and international cultural artists as well as Religious cultural events of the multitude of regional communities.

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Educational Services

Hindu American Temple School(HATS) offers classes the covers different aspects of Hindu Dharma, including spiritual practices such as Yoga, in an age appropriate manner. The school follows a graded and a diverse curriculum that meets the requirements of children (from ages 4-15 yrs) growing up in the American society. 

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Food Services

Our divine scriptures say Annam Parabrahma Swaroopam! While preserving the divinity of food, we serve prasadam/food at   our temple with the help of devotee volunteers on weekends       and special occasions like festivals etc. Food Sponsor is one of the most gratifying and popular service among the devotees and is always booked couple of months in  advance by enthusiastic devotee volunteers.  

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Outreach

Outreach and philanthropic efforts were always a part of the activities of the Hindu Society of Minnesota. Since the inception of Outreach committee in 2009, the HSMN has supported local non profits and involved in various fund raising activities to support people in need around the world. 

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Shopping

The Temple gift shop located in the main level of the Temple offers unique gift items that you can take back as souvenirs and gifts.

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Temple Tours

- Saturday, 9:30am (until 10:30am):  No prior registration is required for our Saturday morning tours.  All are welcome!  For groups of 10 or more,  we recommend emailing us in advance.  Attention - There will no tour on Saturday Dec 28 th , 2019 &  Saturday  Jan 4th, 2020

- Sundays,  9:30am (until 10:30am), and weekdays during regular temple hours:  Based on availability, this time is reserved for larger groups and/or educational institutions, upon request via email only. To request a tour at one of the above times, or other questions pertaining to tours or Educational Outreach, please contact: templetours@hsmn.org.  

 

 

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Facility Reservations

HSMN allows the devotees and general public to rent the Auditorium and Kitchen Dinning areas for private parties and functions.

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Get Involved

The Temple is the focal point of the Hindu community of Greater Minnesota, and serves the religious, spiritual, educational, cultural and
social needs. There are many ways for you to support our temple – these are designed to suit all levels of giving.

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Volunteer Opportunities

As a non-profit organization, our services rely on the generous participation of community members. Sign-up to volunteer today!

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Donations

Donations go directly to the facilities and services provided at HSMN. Donate to a project or cause, or make a general donation.

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Become a Member

Membership services allow premier access to upcoming events and more. Learn more about becoming a member today.

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Calendar of Events

Temple Timings: Monday through Friday 9:30am - 11:30am and 5:30pm - 8:00 pm
Weekends and Holidays 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Regular Events

 

Special Events

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2/21/2020 10:30 AM Maha Shivratri

Maha Shivratri Celebration

Pradosham: Thursday Feb 20th 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Maha Shivratri: Friday Feb 21st 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM
PROGRAM DETAILS
10 00 AM Shivaratri Arambha Pooja. Individual Shiva Linga Pooja Starts
2:30 PM Ekadasha Kalasha Stapana. Mahanyasam & Rudra Parayanam
5 30 PM: Ganapathi Atharvashirsha Parayanam Sankalpam for Rudrabhishekam
6 00 PM: Rudrabhishekam
7:00 PM: Bhajans
8:00 PM: Rudra Tris hati Archana followed by Arathi

Please See Flyer for details
2/22/2020 9:00 AM Sangeetha Seva
13th Annual Balaji Sangeetha Sevai
ABHISHEKAM: $31.00
ARCHANA: $11.00
 
PROGRAM DETAILS
9:00 AM: Suprabhatam
9:30 AM: Sri Venkateshwara Abhishekam
10:30 AM: Sangeetha Seva
12:30 PM: Archana, Shatumrai, Aarathi
Please See Flyer for details

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Daily Inspiration

“O! Mother Earth, who has the ocean as clothes and mountains and forests on her body,
who is the wife of Lord Vishnu, I bow to you. Please forgive me for touching you with my feet.”

- Early Morning Prayers (Karaagre Vasate)
Alternate Text

Daily Inspiration

“O! Mother Earth, who has the ocean as clothes and mountains and forests on her body,
who is the wife of Lord Vishnu, I bow to you. Please forgive me for touching you with my feet.”

- Early Morning Prayers (Karaagre Vasate)
Alternate Text

Daily Inspiration

“O! Mother Earth, who has the ocean as clothes and mountains and forests on her body,
who is the wife of Lord Vishnu, I bow to you. Please forgive me for touching you with my feet.”

- Early Morning Prayers (Karaagre Vasate)