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100th Anniversary of the Blessing of the Land

May 16, 2020 is the 100th anniversary of the blessing of the site of the future Basilica of the National…

A Moment in History: The Coronation Tiara of Pope Paul VI

Over fifty years ago, 6 February 1968, Archbishop Luigi Raimondi, Apostolic Delegate to the United States, presented the coronation tiara…

On This Day in History: The Laying of the National Shrine’s Foundation Stone

Today is a momentous day in the history of the National Shrine, especially as we prepare to commemorate…

A Moment in Basilica History: First Mass Celebrated in the Crypt Church 95 Years Ago

Every year, millions of people from all over the world visit the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate…

The Trinity Dome Dedication

On December 8, 2017, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception and the patronal feast day of the National Shrine and…

Dedication of Rosary Walk and Garden

On September 23, 2017, a day of pilgrimage for more than 2,000 of the faithful during the centennial year commemorating…

Pope Francis’s Visit to the National Shrine

A Picture Perfect Day Pope Francis arrived at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on September…

Jubilee Celebration

On November 20, 2009, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception celebrated the 50th Anniversary of its…

Pope Benedict XVI Visits the Basilica

People of all ages, states, and walks of life from across America flocked to the nation’s patronal church awaiting the…

Pope John Paul II Visits the Basilica

Excerpt from the book: America’s Church: The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Early on the morning…