"A Treasure of History and Faith under St. Peters Basilica: the Vatican Necropolis and the Tomb of Peter"

Live Lecture February 28th

Course•By Livia Galante

Castel Sant'Angelo

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Course•By Ludovica Schmidt

"Christian Mosaics - From Late Antiquity to the Middle Ages

Live Lecture February 7th at 2pm ET

Course•By Livia Galante

"Hearts, Halos & Holy Places: Six Churches Celebrating Six Extraordinary Women"

Hearts, Halos & Holy Places: Six Churches Celebrating Six Extraordinary Women is a unique pilgrimage through Rome that honors six female saints who have shaped the spiritual and cultural fabric of Europe. Each church on this itinerary is selected for its connection—through relics, historical ties, or artistic representations—to these exceptional women, all recognized as Doctors of the Church or Patronesses of Europe. From Saint Bridget’s residence in Campo de’ Fiori to the resting place of Saint Catherine of Siena at Santa Maria Sopra Minerva, and Bernini’s portrayal of Saint Teresa of Avila in Santa Maria della Vittoria, this journey illuminates how the lives of holy women continue to inspire faith, intellect, and artistic legacy. Whether through martyrdom, mysticism, philosophy, or music, these saints offer pilgrims a deeper encounter with the feminine voice of sanctity echoing through sacred spaces in the Eternal City.

Course•By Ludovica Schmidt

"Holy Bits and Heavenly Hits: The Curious World of Roman Relics."

Much as the informed tourist seeks to discover the best gelateria, pizza or selfie spot in Rome, so religious pilgrims sought out relics. The odd bits of clothing, hair or bone belonging to one of the celebrities of the Heavenly chorus, was as exciting as an autograph from a movie or sports star today. Today they are curiosities to some, repugnant to others, but there are still many faithful who find meaning inside those ubiquitous reliquaries in Rome. This lecture will explore the raucous world of relics - what they are, what are their types, and what to do with them. We'll look at robberies, realities, and reverence with a special focus on the key relics for Rome's Jubilee years. We'll talk about provenance and devotions, but also their importance for the history of art, and most pertinently, how to talk to either believers or doubters about the "thorny" question of Roman relics.

Course•By Liz Lev

“Orvieto and Bolsena: Miracles, Majesty, and the Birth of Corpus Christi”

Perched above the Umbrian hills and nestled along the tranquil shores of Lake Bolsena, these two towns are bound by a story that changed the course of Christian devotion. From the miraculous events at Bolsena that inspired the Feast of Corpus Christi, to the awe-inspiring Cathedral of Orvieto that rose to enshrine the relic, this lecture explores how faith, art, and history converged to create one of the most enduring legacies of medieval Italy.

Course•By Ludovica Schmidt

Ostia Antica: "The Calling Card" of an Empire

Rome's archeological equivalent of Pompeii

Course•By Livia Galante

"Splashes and Torrents of Water on the Right Bank of the Tiber - The Acqua Paola"

Live Lecture February 17 at 3pm ET

Course•By Ludovica Schmidt

Subiaco: The Cradle of Western Monasticism and the Spirit of St. Benedict

Join us on a journey to Subiaco, the secluded valley east of Rome where St. Benedict first sought solitude and laid the foundations of Western monasticism. In this sacred place, the Sacro Speco, faith and silence gave rise to a vision that would transform the spiritual and cultural life of Europe. Over the next hour, we will explore how this remarkable site became a beacon of prayer, learning, and artistic beauty, embodying the enduring harmony between contemplation and creation.

Course•By Liz Lev

“The Appian Way: On the Steps of Emperors, Martyrs, and Travelers”

There is a road where the past still breathes—where emperors, martyrs, and travelers once walked. The Appian Way, Regina Viarum, is more than an ancient highway; it is a living monument to Rome’s greatness. Built in 312 BCE by Appius Claudius, it connected the capital to Brindisi in southern Italy and became a vital artery of the empire. Along its first stretch—still walkable today—lie imperial villas, catacombs, mausoleums, and medieval churches. This webinar invites you on a journey through centuries of history: from the Circus of Emperor Maxentius and the Catacombs of Saint Sebastian, to the iconic Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella and the elegant Villa of the Quintili, seized by Emperor Commodus himself. Join us as we explore the Appian Way’s enduring legacy, where every stone tells a story.

Course•By Livia Galante

"The Borgia - The Family that Revolutionised the World for Centuries"

Live Lecture January 10th at 2pm ET

Course•By Liz Lev

"The Colosseum: Life Beyond An Amphitheatre"

Live Lecture June 30th at 3pm ET

Course•By Richard Bowen

"The Ghetto of Rome: The Jewish Quarter in the Eternal City"

Course•By Livia Galante

"The Hidden Marvels of Rome: the Auroras Pallavici and Casino Ludovisi"

Past Live Lecture July 14th 2021

Course•By Francesca Barberini

"The Museum of Rome - Braschi Palace"

Course•By Francesca Barberini

"Through the Eye of the Pantheon"

Web Lecture May 5th 2021

Course•By Antje Wolf

Tivoli Revealed: A Journey Through Villas, Sanctuaries, and Timeless Beauty

This webinar explores four of Tivoli’s most remarkable sites—where history, art, and nature converge. We begin with Hadrian’s Villa, the emperor’s grand estate, inspired by the wonders of the Roman Empire. Then to Villa d’Este, a Renaissance masterpiece where terraced gardens and ingenious fountains express both engineering brilliance and artistic vision. Beyond these icons, we highlight two lesser-known gems: Villa Gregoriana, a dramatic 19th-century park of waterfalls, cliffs, and ancient ruins evoking Romantic sensibilities; and the Sanctuary of Hercules Victor, one of ancient Latium’s most imposing sacred complexes. Together, these sites reveal Tivoli as a place where successive generations shaped the landscape to reflect power, spirituality, and the enduring dialogue between man and nature.

Course•By Livia Galante