Learn about the symbolism of birds in sacred art and Scripture, and where you can find these motifs portrayed in the Basilica.

In 1925, Pope Pius XI instituted the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, as a reminder…

Discover the stories of some of the most influential Jesuit fathers who are featured in marble statues in the West Apse.

Uncover the stories of the saints of the East Apse – five women whose bravery and commitment to the cross continue to inspire Catholics around the world today.

Today, we are offering you an inside look into the making of the Trinity Dome, the largest and final dome installed at the National Shrine.

Completed in 2017, the Rosary Walk and Garden provides a peaceful space for prayer and meditation outside the Basilica…

The Great Upper Church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is composed of five distinctive…

In today’s Guide to Art post, we invite you to explore the Basilica’s intricate exterior relief carvings and what they represent.

Spanning 3,340 square feet, The Triumph of the Lamb dome mosaic is the culmination of the five domes in the…

The Great Dome is one of the two visual hallmarks of the National Shrine. Covered in glistening polychrome tiles, it…