In 2011, the Monaco Cathedral (website), opened on November 12, 1903, celebrates 100 years from its day of coverage on June 11, 1911.

In addition to the main celebration of the centenary, which will be held on June 11 at 18:00, in A whole series of events will be devoted to this event throughout the year. The solemn liturgy in the Cathedral in honor of the Holy Virgin January 27, 2011 at 10:00 will be the starting point of the celebration, which will end on December 8, 2011 with the Liturgy in honor of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

The 100th anniversary of the consecration of the Monastery of Monaco The 100th anniversary of the consecration of the Monaco cathedral
Monaco Cathedral

During the year:

  • From January 17 to February 5 the glass atrium of the Grimaldi Forum will host the exhibition "Divine Art", which will present copies of sculptures, paintings, church vestments, gold products and sacred bowls.
  • From April to December eight concerts of sacred music will take place, culminating in the concert "1000 candles, 3 votes, scheduled for December 3.
  • Six days will be devoted to events that promote people's communication among themselves. The themes for these events will be the Eastern Catholic Churches, Knights' Orders, St. Nicholas and the youth.
  • For the first time the church vest contest will be held among artists, clothing designers and producers. Entries will be on display starting from April 24th. Visitors of the exhibition will be able to vote for the best, in their opinion, garment, and the jury under the chairmanship of Princess Hanover will select the winner from the three finalists.

Finally, the Star Team for Children football team will also take part in the celebration of the century of consecration, fees collected from sporting events throughout the year for the reconstruction of the Port au Prince Cathedral.

January 21, 2011
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