Fun Fact Friday: The “Pieta” and Red Galeros at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York

The Pieta

St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City houses a replica of Michelangelo’s “Pieta,” which was commissioned in 1894.This replica is a smaller-scale version of the original Pieta, which is housed in St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. The St. Patrick’s Cathedral Pieta was commissioned in 1894 and created by William Ordway Partridge. It was added to the cathedral as part of its interior decoration and remains a significant artistic element within the church. The Pieta depicts the Virgin Mary cradling the body of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion. It is a symbol of deep religious significance in the Catholic faith.


The Hanging Red Galeros

St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York have a tradition of hanging red galeros, which are wide-brimmed hats with tassels, from the ceiling. These galeros were typically hung to honor deceased cardinals. When a cardinal passed away, their galero would be hung from the ceiling of the cathedral, and over time, these red hats would accumulate as a sign of respect and remembrance.

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