The convent in Duderstadt was founded in 1700 by Ursuline nuns from Erfurt and was intended to educate and train young girls. Today, the convent consists of several buildings: the convent building, the Church of Our Lady, newly built in 1889-1890, a guest area and a garden. The convent buildings connected to the church were built in half-timbered style. Today, guests can attend seminars and organize conferences. There are also regular cultural readings, concerts and lectures.