Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller to Host Theravada Buddhist Monks on "Walk for Peace" Across the U.S.

ANNAPOLIS, MD – 
On Thursday, February 12, 2026, Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller will host nearly two dozen Theravada Buddhist monks in Annapolis, the final destination on their 2,300 mile “Walk for Peace” from Fort Worth, Texas.

The monks, along with several dozen volunteers and a canine companion will arrive in Annapolis at 9 a.m. at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. They will walk to the State House and arrive at approximately 9:45 a.m.

Lt. Gov. Miller, Chair of the Governor's Council on Interfaith Outreach, will lead a collaborative conversation with the monks and the Council before the monks are introduced to each chamber.

The Lt. Gov. will hold media availability with spokespeople for the monks and the Interfaith Council at approximately 10 a.m. in the Governor’s Reception Room. 

PRESS ONLY: Please RSVP for the media availability by filling out the form HERE.

WHAT: Lt. Gov. Miller to host Buddhist Monks at State House in Annapolis
WHO:
Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller
Dr. Lora Hargrove, Interfaith Outreach Director for the Governor's Office of Community Initiatives
Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara
WHEN: Thursday, February 12, 2026
Press who wish to take photos or video of the monk’s approach to the State House should arrive on Bladen Ave. at approximately 9:15 a.m.
Media availability will take place at approximately 10 a.m.
WHERE: 
Starting location: Bladen Ave.
Ending location: Governor’s Reception Room, Maryland State House
RSVP: Press who will be in attendance and wish to attend the media availability should RSVP HERE.