WELCOME
Iowa City’s
Tibetan Buddhist Dharma Center
A welcoming community for meditation, the cultivation of compassion, and the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism.
WE’VE MOVED
Join us at our new home in Iowa City: 1724 Morningside Drive, Iowa City, Iowa 52245
A Place for Practice, Study and Community
We are a home for meditation, the cultivation of compassion, and the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism.
The Center is under the spiritual direction of His Eminence Garchen Rinpoche, known for his vast realization, attainment, and compassion. Everyone is welcome.
Rooted in the Drikung Kagyu Lineage
We follow the authentic lineage of the Drikung Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism, passed down through unbroken lines of realization and practice.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Summer 2026
Wednesdays | 5:15–6pm
SILENT MEDITATION
Building inner calm
Calm abiding meditation, offers an opportunity to cultivate stillness and stability of mind, free from distraction and agitation. We will gather at 5:15pm and begin meditation at 5:20pm.
Sundays | 10:00–11:15am
MEDITATION & DHARMA DISCUSSION
On Sunday morning, we share a guided compassion meditation, using the Tibetan mantra “Om Ah Hung.” We will also read and reflect together on core Buddhist teachings. Everyone is welcome, whether you’re new to meditation or have an established practice. More about Om Ah Hung meditation practice
Fridays | 3:30–5pm
HEART OF REFUGE
*Friday afternoon practice will resume in September*
On Friday afternoons we have a sitting with two practices from the Tibetan Buddhist tradition: Medicine Buddha for suffering of body and mind alternating and Achi Chokyi Drolma practice. Come sit with us. No experience necessary. Drop in when you can.
NEWS & UPDATES
A Request for Prayers for
H.E. Garchen Rinpoche
Updates, teachings and prayer sessions for our beloved Rinpoche
We have moved
Help us fulfill Garchen Rinpoche’s wish for a stable, permanent Dharma center in lowa City.
This only works because of your generosity.
Your giving sustains our space, brings teachers like Drupon Palkyi to Iowa City, and keeps the doors open for those who haven’t found us yet.
If the center has been meaningful to you, please consider a recurring monthly gift or a one-time offering — whatever feels right for your circumstances.
Garchen Mila Buddhist Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Your gift is tax-deductible.
