New Vrindaban :: Communities Directory

Formed: 1967 Established: 1968

This page last updated:12/15/2011

New Vrindaban

Moundsville, West Virginia,

United States

Founded in 1968 by disciples of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Prabhupada, New Vrindaban became the first rural farming community of the Hare Krishna movement in the U.S.

In the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia, about one hour from Pittsburgh, PA thousands of visitors from all religions and nationalities come annually to have a spiritual retreat and partake of the many festivals. People also like to attend work parties to get hands on experience in our certified organic gardens.

New Vrindaban is a great opportunity for WWOOFERS, Help Exers, Work Exchangers to not only learn and share experiences in farming and caring for the Earth but to also hike and bike our 2,000 wooded acres. Many streams and creeks are available for a swim on a hot day.

The spiritual aspects, based on the Vedic ancient holy texts of India, make for a well rounded body, mind and soul experience. The diet is lacto vegetarian. Proper care for the cows who provide us with milk and manure for our gardens is very important.

Website: http://newvrindaban.com

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This page last updated:12/15/2011

Visitors Accepted

Visitor Process: The community is open to the public year round for daily visits. You may want to call during the winter months for a report of road conditions. If you are wanting an extended visit please call or e-mail.

Affiliations: New Talavana

:: Krishna House of Gainesville

Network Affiliations:

International Society for Kishna Consciousness (ISKCON)

Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:

Our community does not discriminate in regards to housing based on race/color, national origin, religion, sex/gender, family status (i.e. having children, not having children, or being pregnant), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, source of income, age, creed, personal appearance, political affiliation, HIV infection, military/veteran status, unfavorable military discharge, gender identity or expression, receiving public assistance, or being the victim of domestic abuse.

Population Members(adults and children): 152 (includes surrounding householders and children) Non-member Residents: 14 Open to new members: Yes	Government Decision Making: By a group of elders or other leaders Identified Leader: Yes (Temple President) Leadership Core Group: Yes	Labor and Money Financial Style: Members have independent finances Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt: Yes (community does not pay debts of potential members) Labor Contribution: Expected (labor ranges from light duties to heavier depending on what a person is capable of. Service to the community varies from 20-40 hours a week depending on job. e.g. farmers will work more hours during growing season than house keepers.) Join Fee: No Regular Fees: Yes (donations, if working outside the community)
Land and Buildings Rural Area: 600 acres (242.8 hectares) ((developed remaining is wooded)) Land Owned By: Community-controlled land trust Number of Residences: 48 (houses plus 2 apt. buildings and ashram)	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 6-20% Share Community Meals: Nearly all meals Dietary Choice or Restrictions: There are some dietary restrictions (no meat products including eggs and fish) Dietary Practice: Vegetarian only Alcohol Use: Prohibited Tobacco Use: Prohibited	Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: Yes (meditation and daily temple programs) Which Spiritual Traditions(s): Eastern (Gaudiya Vaishnava / Hare Krishna) Educational Style(s): Public schooled (community offers schooling for K-4th grade by certified teacher)

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