USA : The Beauty of Sacred Garments by Seton Hall University

The Beauty of Sacred Garment September 10 through October 16th, 2007 Opening Reception Wednesday, September 19th 5pm to 8pm.
Seton Hall University is pleased to announce the exhibition “The Beauty of Sacred Garments” will be on view from September 10th through October 26th, 2007 at the Walsh Gallery. The exhibition is free and open to the public. The exhibition showcases religiously significant garments from four locally found faiths; Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism and Islam.
Each of the garments on display can be appreciated for their aesthetic value, but they are also something a believer wears and associates with his or her faith. Highlighting the meaning associated with these garments provides an opportunity for discussion and promotes deeper understanding and respect amongst people of all faiths.
Co-curators Leslie Meyer and Tova Rothman, graduate students in the Museum Professions Program, selected approximately 30 objects from a variety of lenders including The Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, the Hebrew Institute of White Plains, New York, The Islamic Society of Central Jersey in Monmouth Junction as well as a variety of private collectors.
The curators have also selected sound recordings of various prayers and incantations used in conjunction with the garments which provide further context for their meaning and use. Additional background materials include photographs and translations of written materials.
The curators worked closely with a costume consultant to prepare the garments for exhibition. This exhibition has been made possible and is funded in part from a generous grant from Seton Hall University’s Center for Vocation and Servant Leadership and the College of Arts and Sciences.