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St. David, AZ Area Guide

Home to the Holy Trinity Benedictine Monastery, this small town south of Benson, in Southern Arizona, was originally established by Mormon settlers in the 1800’s. Today, it’s still much the same quaint small town it was then a popular stop for visitors on their way to world famous Tombstone and Bisbee, Arizona.

History

St. Davis was established as a result of the Mormon Battalion’s earlier passing through the San Pedro River Valley in 1846. One of the founders, Philemon C. Merrill, was a member of that battalion and the Mormon settlers of 1877 were a part of the group was originally to settle Lehi, Arizona. Named after David W. Patten, an early apostle that was killed in 1838 Missouri, the earlier St. David settlers played an important role in establishing the surrounding settlements, such as Tombstone and Fort Huachua.

Attractions

Holy Trinity Monastery
The Monastery's composition is unique. It is made up of three communities, the monks, the sisters of Holy Family Convent and satellite oblates who live in their own homes on the grounds. There is also a growing group of RVers, who come each year to assist the community in many ways, earning the nickname "The Holy Hoboes".

To learn more: http://www.holytrinitymonastery.org/

Among other popular places to visit are such unique spots as the Stations of the Cross, the Meditation Garden, Brother Cadfael Conservatory, and Birdwalk. If you enjoy reading, there’s also the Trinity Bookstore, the Library and Gallery Trinitas, which offers a gift shop as well as an art gallery and museum.

Brother Cadfael Conservatory
http://www.holytrinitymonastery.org/cadfael.htm

Holy Trinity Activities
http://www.holytrinitymonastery.org/activities.html

Holy Trinity Retreats
http://www.holytrinitymonastery.org/retreats.html

Holy Trinity Festival of Arts
Enjoy the fall colors and the beautiful scenery in St. David while enjoying the works of over 150 artists and craftsmen as well as a variety of entertainers and food for every palate during the Holy Trinity Festival of Arts.

To learn more, visit: http://www.holytrinitymonastery.org/calendar.html#Saturdays