Detroit Zen Center was founded in 1990 by Zen monk Hwalson Sunim as a branch of Sudeok-sa -- a major temple in Korea founded circa 600 CE.  We are a community that offers a public place for zen study & practice -- a way of life that encourages & fosters awakened action.  To explore, please attend a public meditation, talk, tour or beginners retreat.  

Monks and students live on-site supporting urban ecological stewardship & a harmonizing lifestyle through daily meditation, organic, whole food meals locally sourced, green roofs, native gardens, extensive reclamation, composting, recycling & daily hands-on projects.  Residency is offered for short & long term guests by application, called Zen & Urban Ecology Stay, with individualized participation.