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In this third installment, you can read about St. Isaac Jogues, St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, and St. Rose Philippine Duchesne.

Here at the National Shrine, you can find the story of Catholic American heritage illuminated throughout our art and architecture. Discover 10 historic moments in American Catholicism and how they are honored in the Basilica.

As we celebrate the Memorial of the Virgin St. Kateri Tekakwitha, explore four places where she is portrayed in the Basilica.

This year, as we celebrate the 19th anniversary of the Incarnation Dome’s completion on July 12, we invite you to discover five fun facts about this stunning piece of sacred art.

How well do you know the story of St. Benedict? Do you know what era he was born in, or how he was almost murdered?

How much do you know about St. Thomas the Apostle? Do you know what other name he is given in the Bible, or what symbol he is associated with in sacred art? Learn more about his life as we celebrate his Feast on July 3

As we celebrate the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, we invite you to explore five places where they are portrayed in the Basilica.

In this second Saints Across America post, you can read about St. Katharine Drexel, St. Junípero Serra, and St. Théodore Guérin.

During an era when corruption polluted the highest levels of government, St. John Fisher and St. Thomas More bravely defended the truth – and paid the ultimate price for their beliefs.