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Preserving our past,restoring our artRead more

OUR RESTORATIONS
The Patrons support the preservation and conservation efforts of the Museums. While the themes in our priceless collection may be eternal, the paintings, sculptures, frescoes, tapestries and historic buildings are sensitive to the ravages of time.

OUR EVENTS & PROGRAMS
The Patrons host events and programs throughout the year to support current restoration projects, provide an opportunity to mingle with fellow Patrons, and create awareness among the Chicago community about our mission.

ASSOCIATES' COMMITTEE
We welcome you to become members of the Illinois Patrons of the Vatican Museums. Patrons receive many exclusive benefits in addition to the privilege of preserving one of the world’s greatest collections of art, now and for years to come.
Our Mission
The Illinois Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums is a non-profit organization that raises funds for the preservation, care, exhibition, and restoration of art in the Vatican Museums.
Highlighted Restorations
Marble Base Carved by the V Century Prefect of Rome
Pledged in 2015 (Donor(s): The Associates’ of the Illinois Patrons Chapter
In ancient times, this marble base supported a statue of Acilius Glabrio Sibidius who, as the inscription makes clear, had important government roles in Greece, Campania and west Gallia. The dedication, which dates back to the beginning of the 5th century AD, was made by Sibidius’ son, Anicius Acilius Glabrio Faustus, who had a political career even more illustrious than his father’s. Faustus arrived at the consular office in 438 AD after having been the Prefect of Rome and the Prefect of the praetory of Italy, Africa, and Illyria. Although there is little certainty as to the base’s place of origin, the long inscription on the front indicates that it was mounted in a public space in ancient Rome.
Three Papal Carriages and Commemorative Painting
Pledged in 2014. Last year the Pavilion of the Carriages underwent a dramatic transformation thanks to the direction of its new curator. This exhibition, which was inaugurated on April 19, 1973 by Paul VI, has grown over the years and now holds an enlarged, beautified, and enriched collection.
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Jael Who Kills the Nomad Sisera
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Judith Beheading Holofernes
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Sixteen figurative Attic vases from the Astarita Room
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Latest News
01
Oct
Mary: Sign of Glory – More information to follow closer to the event. As part of the Rosa Mystica series, the Illinois Patrons will be restoring The Annunciation. This painting is believed to be from the 16th century School of Ghirlandaio in Florence, Italy. We will use the painting to highlight the techniques of restoration and its importance for art and […]
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May
Mary: Mother of All Nations be a virtual presentation. Registration for this event will begin on April 1, 2021. As part of the Rosa Mystica series, the Illinois Patrons will be restoring The Annunciation. This painting is believed to be from the 16th century School of Ghirlandaio in Florence, Italy. We will use the painting to highlight the techniques of […]
09
Mar
We invite you to join us for our third virtual lecture, Rosa Mystica: Mary: Sorrowful Mother, on March 9, 2021, featuring Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh’s Pietà. Inspired by Eugène Delacroix’s Pietà which he considered a true work of art, van Gogh created a modern version while also commenting on his own personal suffering from […]
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Feb
Learn more about current events offered through local chapters and Rome that are available to all current patrons.