The Illumination
• Watch a video of the illumination.
Three nights: May 9, 10, & 11
• Dramatic and unifying images projected on the Cathedral
• View from around Washington, D.C., and on the Cathedral grounds more »
The Images
• Artistic, vivid images on the south side visible from all over Washington
• Photo-projections illustrating the unity of humankind on the west side (Wisconsin Avenue) side
The Artist
Swiss artist Gerry Hofstetter makes his debut in the U.S. with this project.
He is internationally known for lighting Antarctic icebergs, Egyptian
pyramids, European churches, and more. more »
Schedule
• Illumination all three evenings
• Live music Saturday evening
• Special Sunday Service complete schedule »
Parking
• Free on-site surface parking on Cathedral grounds
• Additional parking available in the underground garage
Food
• Picnics welcome
• Snacks, sweets, and beverages available for purchase on Saturday evening. Vendors will be Armand’s Pizza, A&B Ice Cream, and Swiss Bakery.