Illuminating the Word: The Saint John’s Bible and Contemplative Landscape Members’ Preview Evening: For exhibition donors and members of the Legacy Society, The Circles and Business Council

FIRST LOOK VIP Preview Please be our guest for a special Members’ Preview of our two newest exhibitions at the New Mexico History Museum, Illuminating the Word: The Saint John’s Bible and Contemplative Landscape.The Saint John’s Bible has been called the “Sistine Chapel of books.” This internationally acclaimed masterpiece features exquisite calligraphy on large sheets of vellum, hand-ground pigments, gold leaf and designs from many faiths and cultures.The 44 illuminated Bible pages share gallery space and spirit with Contemplative Landscape – quiet black-and-white photographs that explore the mystery of how people of many faiths have responded to New Mexico through art, architecture and ritual.