Mother House
Mother House
4.5
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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- Sonal AgarwalBengaluru, India383 contributionsMother HouseThe Mother House is the last resting place of Mother Teresa as she was buried in the tomb inside the house. People pay visits and offer prayers here. This place is also used for meditation by visitors as it is a soulful place filled with positive vibes thereby imparting peace of mind. You can see the old artefacts of Mother Teresa and the things she has used in her daily life. There is no ticket price. The main room of the Mother Teresa is closed on Thursdays.Visited October 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 5 November 2023
- somita2015Flushing, New York78 contributionsPeace and prayerWelcoming, lovely and peaceful place, even when there are lots of visitors. The day we visited there were at least two schools and several other visitors. All quiet and respectful. It was a privilege to be able to pray at Mother’s resting place.Visited November 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 21 November 2023
- Abovetheclouds2,323 contributionsA must.A must to pay your respects to this remarkable woman. There is also a small museum which is very touching. The museum houses her belongings such as her sandals and a dinner bowl as well as newspaper articles. Try and avoid going on a Thursday as Mother Teresa's bedroom is for some reason not open to the public on this day. When entering the main part of where her tomb is kept, remove footwear out of respect and be quiet.Visited January 2024Travelled soloWritten 11 January 2024
- macedonboyGlasgow, United Kingdom186,766 contributionsMuseum Where I Learned SomethingThis house was one of the places Mother Teresa was based when conducting her charity work in Kolkata. It's a functioning place of worship for nuns, although I wasn’t sure if the sick and needy were still housed here. There’s a one room museum dedicated to Mother Teresa where you can learn all about the life and times of this woman. Her tomb is in another room where she has been buried in a large marble sarcophagus with a statue of Mary. The room in which she slept and worked has also been preserved. It’s a simple room and accessible up a flight of stairs. The visit would last about 30 minutes. Worth a quick visit if you have time in the city.Visited February 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 29 February 2024
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NITASH
India382 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
As you step into the humble abode of Mother Teresa you feel a sense of calm and peace. Visiting her tomb and paying our respects to an extraordinary soul who touch so many lives was probably one of the best parts of our trip to Kolkata. You can feel Mother's blessings as you sit in silence at her tomb and her presence can be felt.
This is a Must visit place for anyone coming to Kolkata.
This is a Must visit place for anyone coming to Kolkata.
Written 24 February 2020
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tamminh
Ann Arbor, MI223 contributions
Dec 2019
This sight is currently ranked #1 of 234 things to do in Kolkata, to which my husband and I cannot agree more. It was a small, simple place but kept perfectly spotlessly clean; even the restrooms were completely free of odors. This was shocking for us, when comparing to the many public sights we had visited in India. Rules were posted clearly and simply about what was permitted. Otherwise, we were left free to look about. There was no solicitation whatsoever; in fact, we had to ask a sister on how to make donations.
What made this place so touching and so inspiring are the simple yet clear exhibitions of Mother Teresa's devotion to the service of the poor. Her words are profound, but her actions spoke much louder and deeper than her words. The effects last much longer afterwards, causing us to do some more research about her even after we got home.
What made this place so touching and so inspiring are the simple yet clear exhibitions of Mother Teresa's devotion to the service of the poor. Her words are profound, but her actions spoke much louder and deeper than her words. The effects last much longer afterwards, causing us to do some more research about her even after we got home.
Written 1 January 2020
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John M
New Romney, UK174 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Mothers house is a great place to visit. You will see the room she lived in for over 40 years and a museum displaying various items and photos relating to Mother Teresa. Her tomb is also there and mass is said some days. Very moving experience.
Written 19 January 2020
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Saravanan Srinivasan
Chennai (Madras), India41 contributions
Aug 2019
This place is easily accessible in Kolkata.They are open from 8 am-12 pm , 3pm-6PM 6 days a week.Thursday is a holiday
I went there by 12 noon and Nuns over there welcomed me with a warm smile and allowed me to visit the museum. I was the last to walk out. They never showed any hesitation when I had little chat with them.
You can actually see the Noble prize, medical equipments , passport and other official documents of Mother Teresa though photography is restricted
The calmness which I felt in the tomb was an experience beyond words and Her room is a must see. You will have to go first floor and take a left to visit the room. Though you are not allowed inside you can see the things in her room and it is extremely hot since you have the kitchen right below the room
I went there by 12 noon and Nuns over there welcomed me with a warm smile and allowed me to visit the museum. I was the last to walk out. They never showed any hesitation when I had little chat with them.
You can actually see the Noble prize, medical equipments , passport and other official documents of Mother Teresa though photography is restricted
The calmness which I felt in the tomb was an experience beyond words and Her room is a must see. You will have to go first floor and take a left to visit the room. Though you are not allowed inside you can see the things in her room and it is extremely hot since you have the kitchen right below the room
Written 23 April 2020
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Soma S
Kolkata (Calcutta), India526 contributions
Feb 2021 • Couples
I spend sometime here on Valentines Day as I couldn't actualize my vacation plan on Valentines week due to multiple reasons and wanted peace of mind. Due to Covid only Mother's tomb was open at ground floor and I could not visit Mother's room. This place is good if want to spend some time alone and want to medidate or pray. But sisters are not allowing to stay for long time. This is not a tourist place as there is nothing much to see. But one can come if you have any personal interest.
Written 22 February 2021
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K72
Melbourne, Australia3,082 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
This is the convent where Mother Teresa lived and died. The sisters have preserved many of her belongings and displayed them in a museum room. You can visit the chapel and bedroom also. MT"s tomb is,also on the premises. No photographs inside, except of the tomb.
Written 14 January 2020
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LeonardoDiSF
San Francisco44 contributions
Dec 2019
We went here to visit the small orphanage. This was very touching and emotional: 20 children all with Downs Syndrome who were abandoned. Time well spent.
I was surprisingly touched by seeing Mother Teresa's small museum with her writings and her actual room. What an incredible person!
This is well worth seeing while in Kolkata.
I was surprisingly touched by seeing Mother Teresa's small museum with her writings and her actual room. What an incredible person!
This is well worth seeing while in Kolkata.
Written 28 May 2020
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Jamil M
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Feb 2020
It was a dream for me to see where Mother Theresa spent most of her life. To see her room and how simply she lived but how much she helped people in and around Kolkata was inspiring and very touching. I am so glad I got to see her tomb too.
Written 28 February 2020
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phil p
Northallerton, UK138 contributions
Jan 2020
We popped along to see Mother Teresa's house and were thankful that we did. Its very serene and peaceful and once you have read the history of this special Lady you can see why she is a saint.
Make sure you don't go at lunchtime when is closed though.
Also take a wedge of 10 and 20 rupee notes for the beggars outside, they appreciate it.
Make sure you don't go at lunchtime when is closed though.
Also take a wedge of 10 and 20 rupee notes for the beggars outside, they appreciate it.
Written 19 January 2020
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EmkaySriLanka
Sri Lanka134 contributions
Jan 2020
The Mother house is where Mother Theresa lived the latter part of her Missionary life and she is buried here. .Situated in a house off a busy road it is an oasis of calm and quiet. There is a small chapel and a museum which gives many details of her life and vocation . There are religious Sisters who are happy to give details and direct visitors - luckily no touts to harass visitors. One could see that the lace had a spiritual impact on the visitors .
Wash room and related facilities are very clean.There is a small cafe just outside which sells religious items and books on the Saint' s life ; one can also have coffee and snacks here.
Wash room and related facilities are very clean.There is a small cafe just outside which sells religious items and books on the Saint' s life ; one can also have coffee and snacks here.
Written 10 January 2020
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Dinesh
Karnal, India
What are the exact timings, at one site l had seen 6Pm as closing time?
Written 1 November 2019
Timings are complex.
Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday and Friday are 8 am until 12 noon, and then 3 pm until 6 pm.
Thursday it is closed all day.
Monday is possibly open from 8 am until 6 pm, but it would be safest to treat it as the same as Saturday, Sunday, etc.
Tuesday is only open from 8 am until 12 noon.
As others have said, it gets busy later, so better to head for the morning.
Hope, and expect, you will have a fulfilling experience..
Written 1 November 2019
Hi All
I would like to take part in a volunteer activity on Sep/23 Sunday (only one day).
One website says "Volunteers' Coordinators are not available on Sundays and Thursdays".
Does this mean that merely coordinators are not available but we can get a one day pass even on Sundays,
or the pass issuance itself is impossible on Sundays??
Did anyone take part in a volunteer activity only on Sunday?
Written 30 August 2018
Be there at Sunday morning mass which starts at 6 am.
After that you can try for day pass. Please carry your passport with you and two passport size photo.
At mother house 54a A.J.Bose road.
Written 6 September 2018
Can i attend the mass in the mother house? And how about the mass schedule?
Thank u.
Best regards
Esther
Written 26 March 2018
Mass start 6 in the morning.
Written 27 March 2018
How much in advance I can volunteer to help at MotherHouse? Where do I apply?
Written 23 February 2018
Please do visit the website
Written 31 October 2018
jeelubehanan581
Fahaheel, Kuwait
Can I get a job there.I would love to do a job with such a divine purpose serving the poor and the needy. I am a nurse graduate with good communication skills, adequate knowledge regarding computer applications.
Written 25 October 2017
I am a traveller.Their policy and appointment is another subject.You can talk to mission about this because they are running charitable trust.
Written 27 October 2017
Hi, dears, I would like to volunteer at Mother House for 1-3 days next Feb. during my trip. Shall I apply to the House in advance? and how? or shall I just walk in there in the early morning? I'm afraid they will not accept me if I do not make pre-application.
Written 17 November 2016
Hi
I dont think prior application is required as i did the same just by walking in
You just visit here, if you face any difficulty do let me know i can try to help you in this
Written 25 November 2016
I would like to visit one of Mother Teresas orphanages in Kolkata. How do I do this
Written 4 November 2016
Mother Teresa hospital is always open to visitors. It is located just next to Khali temple in Kolkata. Volunteers are very welcoming and the sisters can give you a guided visit to show you their work. If you want to see mother Teresa's grave, then you have to go to her house/museum with is located near by Park Street. Enjoy it!
Written 8 November 2016
hola Isabel quiero ir a visitar la tumba de la madre Teresa pero no se los horarios y si hay que hacer cita o algo para visitarla ??? gracias soy gabriela de Mexico
Written 12 September 2016
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