Woodmere welcomes Pope Francis to Philadelphia with an exhibition of biblical and religious artworks from the permanent collection. Throughout history, stories from the Bible have inspired artists of different cultures, ethnicities, backgrounds, and generations; to create images that comment on contemporary issues and express their deeply felt faith. The Museum’s stunning collection, comprising diverse stylistic approaches and media, reveals how biblical stories and religious symbols have been interpreted by Philadelphia artists such as Bo Bartlett, Violet Oakley, Julius Bloch, Moe Brooker, Walter Erlebacher, Susan Moore, Benton Spruance, Walter Stuempfig, and others.
