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

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What: Blood Donation
When: Sun, Sep 1st from 10 AM to 4 PM
Where: Hindu Temple of Minnesota.

Coordinators:
Sripad devaraju: 952 221 9166
kamal kanajam : 732 543 6320

What: Prathibha A symptom of talent
Hindu Mandir Diwali
When: October 21st 2018
Where: Minneapolis Convention Center
1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis MN 55403.

#1. The HSM Youth camp is scheduled for Thursday August 2nd thru Sunday August 5th at the Hindu Mandir. To register, contact youthcamp@hsmn.org or call (952) 736-959

#2. Interested in volunteering at Front-desk in Summer? With as little as 2 hours per week of volunteering learn to develop skills in customer service, transaction management, Hindu religion, communication and leadership. For details email frontdesk@hsmn.org.

#3. Please renew your 2018 Trustee membership as soon as possible. Contact membershipchair@hsmn.org for questions.

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

HSMN Temple is  built according to Vastushastra (Hindu Architectural Science) from Hindu Scripture (Vedas). Tours ARE SUSPENDED FROM JUNE THRU AUGUST. When they resume, Tours will be given on Saturday and Sunday starting at 09:30 A.M and is expected to last ~1 hour. Donation of any dollar amount is very welcome for the guided tour. Please call temple manager for other days.

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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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Events
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 - 8:30 pm
Weekends and Holidays 9:00 am - 8:30 pm

Regular Events

 

Special Events

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Event StartTitleDescription
8/15/2018 6:30 PM GARUDA PANCHAMI GARUDA PANCHAMI - August 5, 6:30 - 7:30 PM.  Please see Flyer
8/24/2018 6:30 PM VARALAKSHMI VRATAM VARALAKSHMI VRATAM -Friday August 24 - 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Please see Flyer for details
8/25/2018 7:30 AM Yajur Upakarma Yajur Upakarma pooja - August 25, 7:30 - 10:30 AM. See Flyer for details 
8/25/2018 4:00 PM Satyanarayana Pooja SHRAVAN PURNIMA SATYANARAYANA  Pooja -- Saturday August 25 4 to 6 PM. Please see Flyer
8/26/2018 10:30 AM ONAM ONAM - 2018.  Sunday August 26, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM. Please see Flyer
9/2/2018 5:00 PM Janmashtami Janmashtami Celebration Sunday September 2nd, 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Please see Flyer for additional 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)