Vatican Splendors: A Journey Through Faith and Art March 17, 2011

This exhibition features approximately 200 works of art and historically significant objects, many of which have never left the Vatican. The objects are presented in galleries and recreated environments that enhance the visitor's 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 hand, the exhibition is a multi-sensory experience.