May 16, 2020
May 16, 2020 is the 100th anniversary of the blessing of the site of the future Basilica of the National…
February 6, 2020
Fifty-two years ago, on February 6, 1968, Pope Paul VI’s coronation tiara was presented to the National Shrine by Archbishop…
September 23, 2019
Today is a momentous day in the history of the National Shrine, especially as we prepare to commemorate…
April 11, 2019
Every year, millions of people from all over the world visit the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate…
December 8, 2017
On December 8, 2017, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception and the patronal feast day of the National Shrine and…
September 23, 2017
On September 23, 2017, a day of pilgrimage for more than 2,000 of the faithful during the centennial year commemorating…
September 23, 2015
A Picture Perfect Day Pope Francis arrived at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on September…
November 20, 2009
On November 20, 2009, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception celebrated the 50th Anniversary of its…
April 15, 2008
People of all ages, states, and walks of life from across America flocked to the nation’s patronal church awaiting the…
October 7, 1979
Excerpt from the book: America’s Church: The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Early on the morning…
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