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Holy Christmas Spirits: Looking Beyond St. Nicholas with Sarah Ciacci

Holy Christmas Spirits: Looking Beyond St. Nicholas with Sarah Ciacci


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In recent years, Christmas has morphed into a highly commercialized holiday and this tends to overshadow its deeper historical context. Join us as we meet and greet several saints of the Christian faith – who each have their own unique connection to the Nativity scene.

We will begin our discussion with Saint Nicholas and the connection to Father Christmas. From there, our expert will introduce Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Lucy. We will look at paintings of them, hear their stories, and learn about their symbols. Following this discussion, participants will be able to pick up on fascinating allusions to these religious icons during their next trip to the art museum, as well as while finishing their local Christmas shopping.

This series has been designed to be enjoyed as part of a multi-part holiday series, led by Sarah Ciacci. For more details, please click here. 

Sarah is an award-winning Professional Blue Badge Guide for London and has been guiding for 12 years, the same length of time she have been working for Context. She holds a BA in History of Art and Italian and an MA in History of Art from UCL, London. She specialises in History of Art and Guiding for Families. She is also a University Lecturer in British Art and the History of Museums and Galleries, and a Gallery Educator.

This conversation is suitable for all ages.

90 minutes, including a 30 minute Q&A.

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Great Stories of Christmas Saints

Sarah Ciacci provided indepth background of the Saints who have had a spiritual connection to Christmas and symbolize its meaning. Sarah is an engaging and highly knowledgeable art historian. She held my interest and enlightened me in her stories and presentation of beautiful art.

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Great Stories of Christmas Saints

Sarah Ciacci provided indepth background of the Saints who have had a spiritual connection to Christmas and symbolize its meaning. Sarah is an engaging and highly knowledgeable art historian. She held my interest and enlightened me in her stories and presentation of beautiful art.