TMC's main facility is a house with an attached shrine room. 

The central figure on the shrine is Shakyamuni Buddha.  In the Drikung lineage, the eight traditional offerings of water for the mouth, water for the feet, flowers, incense, light, water for the face, food, and music are arranged from our right to our left on the altar. 

Participants in programs at the center are invited to relax in the comfortable living room during breaks.  There is also a newly remodeled kitchen where you can get a warm cup of tea.

Also see Vajra Publications, founded by Khenchen Rinpoche, for more practice texts, original Dharma books, and translations of Kagyu classics.

The library, though small, has a number of titles you are welcome to browse while visiting the center.  The comfortable couches are a popular place to catch a quick nap on breaks as well.

There is also a small garden with the "Milarepa Cave".  Candlelight ceremonies are sometimes held here.  You are welcome to relax and enjoy the surrounding forest.

When driving up to the center, look for the "Dharma" sign by the mailbox.

In addition, there are trails through Gambrill State Park, adjacent to the center property.  Hikers and mountain bikers are a common site.

Directions

To reach TMC, take I-270 or I-70 into Frederick, then follow Rt. 15 north to West Patrick Street, Exit 13B.  After about 2 miles, turn right on Gambrill Park Road and continue through Gambrill State Park approximately 3.5 miles.  The Center is on the right side with a "Dharma" sign at the driveway.

The following links are for airport shuttle services.  TMC cannot vouch for any shuttle service.  We recommend you do some comparison shopping.

www.airportexpressmd.com

www.atlantic-limousineservice.com

www.limowashington.com

In addition, The MARC Penn rail line provides service between BWI Airport and Union Station in D.C. Once at the rail terminal, you will need to transfer onto the Brunswick Line extension headed to Frederick. Please note to carefully coordinate connecting times between these rail lines.

You may contact the MTA @ 410-539-5000 to obtain these MARC schedules.

Accommodations

During the camping season, the closest place to stay is the campgrounds in Gambrill State Park.  There are both sites for tents and camper cabins available.  There is also a beautiful lookout point.  Visit this site for more information on camping.  In the future, camping will be available at Phuntsok Dargye Ling, TMC's retreat center currently under development.  Click here to learn more about how to support the development of this part of the TMC mandala.

In addition, Frederick has numerous hotels at which to stay.  Check the web for details on hotel accommodations.