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“One of the most perplexing enigmas of modern times”
—National Geographic
“A distinguished relic linked to the mystery of our redemption.”
—Saint Pope John Paul II
“An icon written with the blood of a whipped man, crowned with thorns,
crucified and pierced on his right side.”
—Pope-Emeritus Benedict XVI
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The Shroud of Turin has long been venerated by the faithful and is believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus of Nazareth. The Shroud is one of the most scientifically studied religious icons in history. As science has progressed, so has the speculation on how the image of the crucified man of the Shroud was made.
The exhibit presents the results of a comprehensive scientific, historical and forensic study with numerous photographs and illustrations. The exhibit is the work of the Center for the Study of the Passion of Christ and the Holy Shroud and Monsignor Giulio Ricci and other scientists, who spent more than 25 years researching the Holy Shroud.
The centerpiece of the exhibit is a full-length replica of the Shroud developed from a photographic image of the Shroud made by the Eastman Kodak Co. The replica shows the front and back of the shroud. In addition, the mobile exhibit contains a large crucified corpus showing the wounds of Christ corresponding to the passion narrative in the Gospel accounts and the wounds shown on the Shroud. The exhibit contains 60 information panels (two on each display) detailing the history and science of the Shroud.
The Conventual Franciscan Friars of Marytown—the National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe make this important mobile exhibit and evangelization tool available on loan.
There is NO CHARGE for the exhibit but we do include DONATION BOXES for you to put out with the exhibit and ask that you return all donations to us. This allows us to maintain the exhibit and keep it in good shape.
Banner Specs:
48W" x 81H"
There are a total of 31 pop-up banner displays (1 title display and 30 information displays). They are one sided so when planning your exhibit space, consider placing them back to back to make the best use of your space. -
Jesus and the Shroud of Turin DVD
Included with the exhbit is a DVD produced by Augustine Institute that offers additional exploration into the authenticity of the Shroud of Turin. You will need to provide your own player to display the DVD.
Kneelers
Two kneelers are included with the exhibit, which were generously donated by Mother of Dolors Catholic Church in Vandalia, IL. You may wish to place them in front of the Corpus of the Crucified Christ and the Shroud replica for prayer and meditaion. -
Book the Shroud Exhibit for your organization
If you are interested in hosting the exhibit at your Parish, Catholic School or Knights Council for exhibition, you MUST have permission from your pastor or council members prior to reserving it. To reserve the exhibit, please fill out the Shroud Reservation Form below or contact Rick Hobbs, IL Knights of Columbus Coordinator for the Shroud Exhibit, at (312) 303-0303 or via e-mail at: [email protected]
Trailer Weight: 2,360 lbs. with 2" ball for towing.
For all other trailer information see Trailer Spec Sheet and Trailer Safety Tips Sheet.Prior to picking up or returning the Shroud Exhibit, please contact Rick Hobbs at (312) 303-0303 to coordinate.
CLICK HERE to download printable Man of the Shroud Flyer
CLICK HERE to download Driver Information Form. Please complete and return to Rick Hobbs at [email protected]CLICK HERE to download printable Trailer Spec sheet
CLICK HERE to download printable Trailer Safety Tips sheet
CHECKLIST: Please note that there is a checklist sheet included with the exhibit. Be sure to fill this out and return it with the exhibit so we know if we have to address any damaged banner displays before it travels to the next parish. Thank you!
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Exhibit Assembly Manual.
This manual must be read before picking up the exhibit.
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Shroud Touring ScheduleDates are for booking only; they DO NOT represent viewing dates at the venue.
Please note that Marytown reserves the exhibit every year during Holy Week.Parish / Organization City & State Checkout & Return Dates 2024 Queen of Angels Church Austin, MN December 6 - December 16 2025 St. Bernardine Church Forest Park, IL January 9 - January 13 Holy Trinity Catholic Parish Port Huron, MI February 3 - February 17 Our Lady of the Lakes Waterford Twp, MI February 19 - February 25 Church of St. Maximilian Kolbe Delano, MN February 28 - March 13 St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church Naperville, IL March 14 - March 17 St. Lucas Fort Atkinson, Iowa March 20 - March 24 St. Mary Catholic Church Kalamazoo, MI March 25 - March 30 St. Michael Catholic Community Sterling Heights, MI March 31 - April 8 Marytown Libertyville, IL April 10 - April 23 (Holy Week) St. Joseph Catholic Church Harvard, IL April 25 - May 7 St. John Neumann Catholic Church St. Charles, IL May 15 - May 26 St. Louis Catholic Church Princeton, IL June 25 - July 1 St. Mary's Cathedral Fargo, ND August 21 - September 3 Holy Virgin Martyrs Parish Schiller Park, IL September 10 - September 15 Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church Green Bay, WI September 22 - September 27 St. Sebastian Parish Middletown, CT October 20 - October 31 2026 St. Anastasia Troy, MI February 24 - March 3 St. Francis Borgia / St. Jospeh Cedarburg / Grafton, WI March 5 - March 19 Marytown Libertyville, IL March 26 - April 8 (Holy Week)