Blessed Among Women: The Annunciation in Contemporary Art
Stuart & Mimi Rose Gallery, first floor of Roesch Library
Engage with 30 pieces of art from John A. Kohan’s Sacred Art Pilgrim Collection — a gift to the Marian Library.
Fiat and Faith: Symbolism of the Annunciation
Marian Library Gallery, seventh floor of Roesch Library
Explore the meaning behind visual elements such as the spindle, the book, the lily and the dove, often seen in artwork of the Annunciation.
Exhibit Hours
To see both exhibits, visit between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday from Feb. 10 through Oct. 23 when the Marian Library is open to the public. The Stuart and Mimi Rose Gallery is open during Roesch Library hours.
Closed on University holidays. Please check the calendar before visiting.
What to Expect and Helpful Tips
Both exhibits are self-guided experiences. Each is located on a different floor of the Roesch Library building. Blessed Among Women is in the Stuart and Mimi Rose Gallery on the first floor and Fiat and Faith is on the seventh floor in the Marian Library Gallery. Enjoy browsing each exhibit at your leisure.
Plan Ahead
- Know your route by reviewing directions and parking information for Roesch Library.
- Familiarize yourself with the the building layout and location of restrooms, elevators and accessible spaces by viewing these floor maps ahead of your visit.
- In general, it should take around an hour to see the full exhibit. Plan to arrive at least an hour before closing time. Please see the Exhibit Hours tab for more information.
Group Visits
It is helpful for our staff to know when large groups plan to visit. Please email marianlibrary@udayton.edu or call 937-229-4214 to inform the staff of your chosen date and time. Our staff will be able to provide important information such as bus drop off locations, parking and tips for navigating the exhibits with groups.