Vatican Splendors

Spokespeople--Vatican Splendors from Saint Peters Basilica, The Vatican Museums and The Swiss Guard

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CONSULTANTS TO THE EXHIBITION Brother Charles Hilken, F.S.C., M.S.L., Ph. D., is professor and chair of the Department of History at Saint Mary’s College of California. Trained as a medieval historian with special emphasis on manuscript studies, he has twice been elected a research fellow of the Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies in Toronto. He has authored two books, including Memory and Community in Southern Medieval Italy: The History, Chapter Book, and Necrology of Santa Maria del Gualdo Mazzocca, which was released in 2008. Brother Charles was the historical consultant for a film documentary on the Vatican starring the late Sir Peter Ustinov, and for a previous exhibition, he helped evaluate and select never-before-exhibited objects from the papal sacristy. Peter Radetsky, Ph.D. is the content developer and writer of this exhibition. Formerly a contributing editor of Discover Magazine and teacher at the University of California, Santa Cruz, he has written seven...

Vatican FAQ--Vatican Splendors from Saint Peters Basilica, The Vatican Museums and The Swiss Guard

noemail@vaticansplendors.com — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 17:00:00 GMT

What is the Vatican? The Vatican is an independent state located inside the city of Rome covering an area of 17 square miles. It is the home of Pope Benedict XVI, the current head of the Catholic Church worldwide. The Roman Pontiff, who resides at the Vatican, as the successor of Peter, is the perpetual and visible principle and foundation of unity of both the bishops and of the faithful. About one billion people worldwide profess the Catholic faith. Who lives there? In addition to the pope, there are 400 residents including the Swiss Guard. How long has Vatican City State existed? While many of the properties were built centuries ago (during the existence of the Papal States, ended in 1870), including the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican only became a state in 1929 when the Lateran Treaty recognized the sovereign independence of Vatican City. What constitutes Vatican Citys government? Benedict XVI is the official head of state. The College of...

Photo Sheet--Vatican Splendors from Saint Peters Basilica, The Vatican Museums and The Swiss Guard

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Photo descriptions--Vatican Splendors from Saint Peters Basilica, The Vatican Museums and The Swiss Guard

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Object Photos Mandylion of Edessa 3rd-5th century Tempera on linen attached to wood, silver, gilt copper, various stones 65 x 45 x 21 cm Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff, Vatican City State Mosaic Fragment with Image of Saint Paul the Apostle ca. 799 (restored by G. B. Calandra in 1625) Mosaic 59.7 x 39.7 x 9 cm Vatican Museums, Vatican City State Cast of the Hand of Pope John Paul II October 2002 Cecco Bonanotte (born 1942) Bronze 100 x 100 x 10 cm Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff, Vatican City State Bust of Pope John Paul II 20th century Enrico Manfrini, Italy (born 1917) Bronze 40 x 29 x 36 cm Private collection, Vatican City State Bust of an Angel Giotto di Bondone (1267?-1337) 1310-1313 (?) (drawing) Polychrome mosaic 92 x 98 x 6.5 cm The Reverenda Fabbrica of Saint Peter, Vatican City State Thanka Given by the XIV Dalai Lama, Tibet 1978 Multi-colored silk, pearls, coral 165 x 111...

Lending Institutions--Vatican Splendors from Saint Peters Basilica, The Vatican Museums and The Swiss Guard

noemail@vaticansplendors.com — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Many of the works and documents exhibited in Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard have never been on public display or previously left the Vatican. Therefore, this exhibition has provided an occasion for undertaking a careful restoration and conservation process that will preserve these objects for future generations. The following institutions have lent the objects for this exhibition, one of the largest collections from the Vatican ever to tour North America: · The Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff – the duty of the Office is to prepare all that is necessary for liturgical celebrations or any other sacred celebrations either presided by the pope, or at which he participates or assists, or which are presided in his name by a Cardinal or Prelate. One important task of the Office is the planning, publication and distribution of special prayer-booklets for each liturgy, an asset that guarantees...

Exhibition Gallery Layout and Artistic Highlights--Vatican Splendors from Saint Peters Basilica, The Vatican Museums and The Swiss Guard

noemail@vaticansplendors.com — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard features approximately 200 works of art and historically significant objects, many of which have never left the Vatican. The exhibition is organized into four thematic sections that illustrate the evolution of the Church and its papacy beginning with Saint Peter through the papacy of Pope Benedict XVI, with special emphasis on the founding 500 years ago of the Renaissance (current) Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Papal Swiss Guard and the Vatican Museums. The objects are presented in galleries and recreated environments that enhance the visitors understanding of their historical and artistic significance. Exhibition designers want visitors to feel transported to the Vatican, from the underground catacombs where the remains of Saint Peter were discovered to the magnificent papal chambers found above ground. From the sights and sounds of the grand Basilica to a touchable cast of John Paul II’s...

CLEVELAND TO HOST ONE OF THE LARGEST COLLECTIONS OF VATICAN ART

noemail@vaticansplendors.com — Thu, 29 May 2008 22:00:00 GMT

CLEVELAND – April 10, 2008 – One of the largest collections of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America is coming to the Western Reserve Historical Society in Cleveland beginning May 31, 2008, for a limited, exclusive regional engagement. Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard will present unique objects illustrating the Vatican’s impact on history and culture through 2,000 years. The timing of the exhibition commemorates the 500th anniversary of Saint Peter’s Basilica, the founding of the Vatican Museums, Michelangelo’s painting of the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the establishment of the Papal Swiss Guard. Vatican Splendors is visiting only three U.S. cities, so we feel very fortunate to have it come here to Cleveland, said Dr. Gainor Davis, president of the Western Reserve Historical Society. Since such a large percentage of Northeastern Ohios population has Catholic roots, the...

Fact Sheet about Vatican Splendors in Cleveland

noemail@vaticansplendors.com — Wed, 28 May 2008 13:00:00 GMT

FACT SHEET WHAT: One of the largest collections of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America is coming to Cleveland. The Western Reserve Historical Society hosts Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Swiss Guard beginning May 31, 2008. The exhibition features approximately 200 rare works of art and historically significant objects, many of which have never left the Vatican, that illustrate the Vatican’s impact on history and culture through 2,000 years. Cleveland is one of only three U.S. cities to host Vatican Splendors. Highlights of the exhibition include Michelangelos compass and tools used in the building of the Sistine Chapel; works by Bernini, Giotto, Guercino and others; artwork dating back to the third century; venerated relics (bone fragments) of Saint Peter; the pastoral staff of Pope John Paul II and items from the election of Pope Benedict XVI, including election...

Exhibition Organizers

noemail@vaticansplendors.com — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Exhibition Organizers Vatican Splendors is organized and circulated in conjunction with the Governatorato of the Vatican City State. The exhibition is produced by Evergreen Exhibitions in association with the Florida International Museum. Objects in the exhibition are on loan from the Office of the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff, the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples, the Vatican Museums, the Reverenda Fabbrica of Saint Peter, and the Apostolic Floreria. Additional objects are on loan by the Papal Swiss Guard and private collections. Florida International Museum is a non-profit educational institution supported, in part, by the Florida Arts Council, State of Florida, Division of Cultural Affairs and Institute of Museum & Library Services. Other major sponsors include Starbucks, City of St. Petersburg, Pinellas Arts Council, Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Borders, Clear Channel Outdoor, Carlton Fields and Raymond James & Associates. Evergreen...

Vatican Art & History Exhibit

noemail@vaticansplendors.com — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 20:00:00 GMT

One of the largest collections of Vatican art and historical objects ever viewed in North America to open in St. Petersburg Reliquary holding fragment of bones of Saint Peter, Michelangelo personal items, Bernini’s sculpture, Papal election objects, earliest known representation of Jesus featured in collection. SAINT PETERSBURG, Fla. (November 7, 2007) – One of the largest collections of art, documents and historically significant objects from the Vatican ever to tour North America is coming to Florida International Museum beginning February 9, 2008. Vatican Splendors from Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums and Swiss Guard wwill present unique objects illustrating the Vatican’s impact on history and culture through 2,000 years. The timing of the exhibition commemorates the 500th anniversary of Saint Peter’s Basilica, the founding of the Vatican Museums, Michelangelo’s painting of the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the establishment of the Papal Swiss Guard. Only three U.S....

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1. What are the hours of the exhibition?

Vatican Splendors will be open Monday- Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Last admission is at 7 p.m.; Thursday- Sunday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Last admission is at 5 p.m.

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2. How long does it take to go through your galleries?

Most visitors spend between one and two hours viewing the exhibitions.

3. What ages are appropriate?

Exhibitions are for all ages.

4. Do you offer wheelchairs?

Yes, wheelchairs are available at no extra charge. The galleries are handicap accessible. Note: a limited number of wheelchairs are available.

5. Are there individual tours?

All tours are self-guided. Tours for groups of 10 or more may be arranged in advance at a discount rate.

6. May I bring a stroller?

Strollers are not allowed in the galleries.

7. May I bring my camcorder and my camera?

No, unfortunately, photography is not permitted in the exhibition.

8. Where can I park?

Follow links to the left for directions and parking.

9. Didn't find the information you were looking for?

Please don't hesitate to call us at 216-721-5722 or visit our website at www.wrhs.org.

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Cleveland, Ohio-Vatican Splendors Exhibition LIMITED ENGAGEMENT See Vatican Splendors before July 20th and save $4.00 per ticket. The Vatican Splendors exhibition will be on display at the Western Reserve Historical Society in Cleveland, Ohio beginning May 31, 2008. Advance tickets on sale now! Tickets will be available in person at the Western Reserve Historical Society box office, or at Ticketmaster locations including Giant Eagle, Kroger, and Macys; by phone at 1-888-5VATICAN; or online at Ticketmaster.com. EXHIBIT HOURS Vatican Splendors will be open Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Last admission is at 7 p.m.; Thursday-Sunday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Last admission is at 5 p.m. PARKING & DIRECTIONS The Western Reserve Historical Society is located at 10825 East Boulevard, Cleveland OH 44106 (in University Circle). The Western Reserve Historical Society parking lot is located off of Magnolia Drive. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE...

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