Wat Lao Buddhovath
An End to Suffering through Loving-kindness, Mindfulness & Spiritual Awareness
Upcoming Festivals
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Experience the Dhamma
Guided Meditations
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30–7:30 pm
Dhamma Talks
Daily, Zoom option coming soon
Merit Offerings & Blessings
7 days, 9 am–noon (bring offerings before 11 am)
Meditation Retreats
Monthly weekend retreats, all levels welcome
Loving‑Kindness Practice
Wednesdays 7:00–8:00 pm, guided metta meditation
Cultural Exchange
Monthly presentations on Lao culture and traditions
Overnight Forest Retreats
Taste a traditional Lao forest-style retreat in our secluded meditation grounds. Experience the stillness of nature as you deepen your practice under the guidance of our resident monks.
Our retreats follow the daily schedule of a Theravada monastery, with morning and evening chanting, walking and sitting meditation periods, and Dhamma talks. Simple accommodations and vegetarian meals are provided.
Preserve Lao Heritage
Get Involved
Volunteer your labor, join the elected Board Committee, or lend your professional skills to help our temple community grow and thrive. There are many ways to contribute your time and talents.
Support the Saangha
Your generous contribution helps sustain our temple, support our monks, and extend our community programs. All donations are tax-deductible.
Visit Us
Wat Lao Buddhovath of Rhode Island
- 88 Limerock Rd, Smithfield RI 02917
- Open 8 am – dusk, daily
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Main line (English & Lao):
401-232-7696 -
Email reserved for academic/general enquiries:
samanerawatlaobuddhovath@gmail.com
Visitor Guidelines
- Please dress modestly, covering shoulders and knees
- Remove shoes before entering temple buildings
- Speak softly and respect meditation areas
- Photography is welcome in public areas
