Rooted in an historic connection to the Episcopal Church and its Anglican heritage, the DeKoven Center object is to provide the facilities of its historic property for housing, recreation, instruction, and other charitable purposes which provide spiritual and secular programming which support the public good and are consistent with that historical connection.
Set along lake michigan's bluffs in racine, the dekoven center's 11-acre campus is a unique and versatile setting that offers nationally-recognized architectural treasures, gorgeous gardens, serene wooded areas and other distinctive spaces, ideal for everything from reflection to celebration. Originally built as the racine college in the early 1850s, the center's quadrangle of american gothic buildings features a full-service retreat and conference center, where people of all faiths and interests come to renew mind, body and spirit. For weddings and other gatherings, the center also offers two reception halls with lakefront views, as well as the beautifully-appointed st. John's chapel and picturesque outdoor locales for ceremonies.