Exhibition

Join us at the National Shrine of Ta’ Pinu for a special exhibition titled Shepherds and Nativity Scenes in Terracotta from Sciacca, featuring the remarkable craftsmanship of Sicilian artist Nino Cascio. Visit the hall beneath the Sanctuary’s parvis to experience these beautifully crafted terracotta figures up close and immerse yourself in the artistry and tradition of this unique cultural display. This...

A Nativity scene crafted in Naples for Gozo showcases the artistic style through which the figurines are arranged to create scenes depicting various aspects of everyday life in the eighteenth century. This Neapolitan crib reflects the rich cultural and artistic traditions of the period, blending religious devotion with a vivid representation of society at the time. The figures, dressed in...

Frank Mizzi began constructing this unique Christmas crib around forty years ago, and it has remained a living work in progress ever since — an evolving testament to both artistic devotion and spiritual reflection. Over the decades, Mizzi continuously refined and expanded the scene, adding new features, figures, and details that imbue the crib with a profound sense of narrative...