Category: Art of the Basilica

Discover three art pieces we’re highlighting this February – from the Presentation Chapel to the Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel!

As we celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe this week, we invite you to discover five breathtaking pieces of art where Jesus is portrayed at America’s Catholic Church.

In this post, discover four art pieces we’re highlighting this September – from the Our Lady of Aparecida oratory to the Our Mother of Sorrows chapel.

In the second installment of our Walk Through Art series, learn more about three sacred art pieces that correspond to important Church celebrations and moments in the life of the National Shrine during the month of July.

Discover four places at the National Shrine where you can reflect and pray as we celebrate the special events and holy days of June – from the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity to the Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

As we rejoice in the Risen Lord this Easter, we invite you to explore three places where you can find the Resurrection portrayed in the art of the Basilica.

As we meditate on Christ’s sacrifice this Lent, explore five places where Christ’s passion is portrayed at the National Shrine.

As we reflect on Jesus’ life this Lent, we invite you to discover where you can find His ministry portrayed in the art of the Basilica.

From the very first chapter of Genesis, where God created the stars to illuminate the night, to the final chapter of Revelation, where Jesus is described as the bright morning star, stars play an important role in biblical narratives. Throughout sacred art…