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In 1925, Pope Pius XI instituted the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, as a reminder…
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Discover the stories of some of the most influential Jesuit fathers who are featured in marble statues in the West Apse.
June 22, 2021
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May 27, 2021
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.
May 11, 2021
Completed in 2017, the Rosary Walk and Garden provides a peaceful space for prayer and meditation outside the Basilica…
April 15, 2021
The Great Upper Church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is composed of five distinctive…
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In today’s Guide to Art post, we invite you to explore the Basilica’s intricate exterior relief carvings and what they represent.
February 22, 2021
Spanning 3,340 square feet, The Triumph of the Lamb dome mosaic is the culmination of the five domes in the…
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January 11, 2021
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