New Exhibition Seeks to Forge a Better Understanding of Religious Traditions and Communities through Sacred Sites
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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Children's Museum of Indianapolis' newest exhibit takes visitors to sacred sites around the world, shares the religious, and spiritual beliefs of young people who live in and worship at these sites and encourages children and their families to explore what makes a site sacred.
Key Points:
- "By showcasing some of the world's sacred places, we hope to foster curiosity and understanding of religious traditions so that people may better understand one another and communicate in thoughtful and respectful ways."
- The exhibit Sacred Places features images, artifacts, and stories depicting more than two dozen sites that are sacred within different faith traditions.
- We're pleased that this new exhibition will help children and families learn about important religious sites and those who find them sacred."
- As visitors explore Sacred Places, they are invited to consider the nature of sacred places and reflect on sacred places in their own lives.