Ave Explores: Art and Architecture

On April 15, 2019, millions of people from around the world watched in horror as the grand spire of the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris burned to the ground. The Gothic masterpiece, which dates to the twelfth century, became a rallying point for people of all faiths. Millions of dollars were raised for the cathedral’s restoration in the weeks following the fire.

On the first anniversary of the fire, Ave Explores: Art and Architecture with Katie Prejean McGrady and a team of experts in the fields of art, architecture, and iconography reflect on the importance of art and beauty to the Catholic faith. You'll see the place Catholic art plays in the world today and learn from Catholic artists how their work has brought them closer to God.