This exhibit presents devotional art (iconography, ex-votos, retablos, etc.) from a private collection. Devotional art is considered “for the people, by the people.” In contrast to art created by classically trained artists in guilds, devotional art was produced by self-taught artists (many of whom were moderate- to low-income) and usually painted on wood or tin. During the Spanish Colonial period, when many were illiterate, this art was a medium for education and veneration.

The exhibition will be viewable Tuesday through Friday noon to 4 p.m. and Saturday / Sunday 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Opening reception March 2 from noon to 3 p.m.

Dr. Kinga J. Novak will present two lectures about this devotional art – one in English, and one in Spanish.

English talk: March 13 at 6:30 pm

Spanish talk: March 15 at 10:00 am