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Interfaith Art Exhibition: Holy City — a Spiritual Pilgrimage in Hartford
October 15, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Free – $28
September 19 until November 22, 2024
Please join us for the opening reception of Interfaith Art Exhibition: Holy City — a spiritual pilgrimage! Immerse yourself in the beauty and diversity of Brian Whelan’s inspiring art as we come together to appreciate the spiritual essence of our shared humanity. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the power of art to transcend boundaries and foster understanding.
You will meet artist Brian Whelan and learn about his vision of unity among the three Abrahamic faiths. The artwork will remain at Hartford International University for viewing until November 22. This exhibition is organized by the Macdonald Center for the Study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations at HIU.
“Although I have been to many holy cities around the world, these paintings do not depict any holy city that exists in today’s world,” Whelan said of his work. “This is my aspirational vision of what a holy city looks like. Each of the canvases contain churches, mosques, and synagogues, painted in bright, playful and colorful forms. An abstracted, disarming vision of cultural unity; living together in peace, acceptance, and harmony; a haven for the soul.”
