Divine Inspiration: Reading the Sacred in Biblical Texts and Imagery—Reception and Panel Discussion
Join us on Thursday, Oct. 19 in Falvey Library’s Speakers’ Corner from 4:30-6:30 p.m. for an exhibit reception featuring historic & noteworthy bibles from Villanova’s Distinctive Collections. The reception will begin with a moderated panel discussion with faculty and collections professionals on the topic of biblical imagery, followed by a live print demonstration with Mike Sgier using linoleum relief blocks that recreate biblical illustrations to highlight historical methods of reproduction from the exhibit. Attendees are invited to participate in the panel Q&A as well as interact with the exhibit content by taking home prints from the demonstration. Themed refreshments and snacks will be provided.
Moderator:
Meg Piorko, PhD
Distinctive Collections Librarian, Villanova University
Panelists:
Jennie Castillo, MA
Curator of the University Art Collection & Gallery Director, Villanova University
Heather Willever-Farr, PhD
Special Collections Librarian, LaSalle University
Peter Spitaler, ThD
Associate Professor of Biblical Studies, Villanova University
Print Demonstration by Mike Sgier, MFA
Distinctive Collections Coordinator, Villanova University
This ACS-approved event, sponsored by Falvey Library, is free and open to the public.