Welcome!

Kunzang Chöling of Evansville (KCE) offers practice and instruction in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.We are an affiliate of Kunzang Palchen Ling (KPL) monastery in Red Hook, New York, with roots in the Nyingma and Kagyu schools of Tibetan Buddhism.

Kunzang Chöling of Evansville provides students a connection to authentic teachings and teachers. Bardor Tulku Rinpoche of KPL established our group in 2009, and our local center is facilitated by long time students of Bardor Rinpoche. Teachers from KPL visit Evansville regularly, offering teaching weekends, empowerments, and opportunities to take vows.

Notice

• Beginning Sunday, September 27, we will be meeting in the Lab building at Angel Mounds State Historic Site (8215 Pollack Avenue, Evansville, IN). Meeting time will be 10:00-11:30, with the property gates being unlocked around 9:30am.
• We will NOT be meeting Sunday, October 25, 2026.
• We will be hosting teachers from Kunzang Palchen Ling in early 2027. Check back here for details as we get them.

What, Where, and When?

Our Sunday sessions follow a very traditional Tibetan buddhist approach. We begin with chanted sadhana practice, followed by sitting meditation, ending with teaching and book discussion. Opening and closing prayers round out the morning session.

Beginning Sunday, September 27, we will be meeting in the Lab building at Angel Mounds State Historic Site (8215 Pollack Avenue, Evansville, IN). Meeting time will be 10:00-11:30, with the property gates being unlocked around 9:30am. If you are new to meditation and would like personal instruction, it’s available. To schedule a time, email Alan McCoy at: kunzangcholingevv@gmail.com.

KCE sangha members also meet at various times of month for Guru Rinpoche tsok and other special puja practices. If you regularly attend our Sunday morning sessions, you’re welcome to join us.