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Discover three Marian art pieces we’re celebrating this August – from the Our Lady of China mosaic to the Our Mother of Africa sculpture!

As we honor the anniversary of James Augustine Healy’s passing on August 5, we invite you to learn more about his life, legacy, and where you can find him portrayed in the Basilica.

Dedicated to equipping spiritual leaders to give a reasoned defense of Christianity, St. Dominic is the founder of one of the top 10 largest religious orders in the world.

In today’s post, we invite you to watch the 2026 recital series kickoff video, featuring David Ball and Emma Whitten.

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