St. Francis Missal Exhibition Opens at Walters Art Museum
The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore is showcasing 'Divine Inspiration: The Legacy of the St. Francis Missal,' an exhibition focused on a renowned 12th-century missal that Franciscans regard as a relic touched by St. Francis of Assisi. Due to its delicate nature, this missal, a liturgical text for Mass, is seldom exhibited, presenting a unique chance for attendees. Alongside it, the exhibition features 18 additional items, including manuscripts, paintings, and artifacts made of glass, ivory, and ceramic, highlighting St. Francis's impact on art history. Marking the 800th anniversary of St. Francis's passing on October 3, 1226, the exhibition will be open until February 7, 2027, emphasizing the missal's cultural and religious significance.
Key facts
- Exhibition titled 'Divine Inspiration: The Legacy of the St. Francis Missal' is on view at the Walters Art Museum.
- Centers on a 12th-century missal believed to be a relic of touch of St. Francis of Assisi.
- The missal is rarely displayed due to its fragility.
- Includes 18 additional objects: manuscripts, paintings, and works in glass, ivory, and ceramic.
- Commemorates the 800th anniversary of St. Francis's death on October 3, 1226.
- Exhibition runs through Sunday, February 7, 2027.
- The missal is a liturgical book containing texts, prayers, chants, readings, and ceremonial directions for Mass.
- The exhibition demonstrates St. Francis's role as a figure in art history.
Entities
Artists
- St. Francis of Assisi
Institutions
- Walters Art Museum
- Franciscans
Locations
- Baltimore
- United States