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Votive objects or ex-votos are a broad category of material artifacts produced with the intention of being offered as acts of faith. Common across historical periods, religions, and cultures, they are presented as tokens of gratitude for prayers answered, and the physical manifestation of hopes, dreams, and anxieties. To celebrate the opening of the exhibition Agents of Faith: Votive Objects in Time and Place (on view September 14, 2018–January 6, 2019), this one-day symposium will look at what humans chose to offer in their votive transactions. Speakers will explore how votives mark the most intimate moments in human existence and question the nature, role, and function of one of the most fundamental aspects of the relationship between people and things—the imbuing of objects with sentiment. Free Register: https://bit.ly/2wmlr5w Contact [email protected] for more information

On Saturday, September 15 at 11 am, join Ittai Weinryb, curator of the exhibition Agents of Faith: Votive Objects in Time and Place for an in-depth tour that will give audiences a behind the scenes look at this expansive exhibition. Encompassing exquisite works of art as well as those of humble origin crafted from modest material, more than 300 objects dating from 2000 BC to the twenty-first century will be on display. Powerful works from sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas, representing the majority of world religions, will expose the global nature of votive practices and the profoundly personal nature behind their creation. Adults $8 / Students and Seniors $5 Register: https://bit.ly/2wxYZpo Contact [email protected] for more information

Celebrate the opening of our Fall exhibition Agents of Faith: Votive Objects in Time and Place with us on Saturday, September 15 as we host an afternoon of festivities along with free ice cream treats from Brooklyn’s own Van Leeuwen ice cream company (vegan options available!). The afternoon will feature a kids workshop, gallery tours, and more special events for the whole family. Free Register: https://bit.ly/2MA3PNn