By Bianca de Mattos
After more than six months of preparation and renovation, and thanks to the efforts and support of the entire team at the Pontifical Institute Notre Dame of Jerusalem Center, the Shroud Exhibition has reopened, marking the twentieth anniversary of its inauguration in 2006. Two decades later, the exhibition continues to spark the interest and fascination of thousands of visitors, establishing itself as a point of reference for those seeking to better understand one of the most studied and enigmatic objects in the Christian world.
The exhibition is part of Othonia, an international institution whose mission is to awaken curiosity and interest in the Shroud of Turin, while at the same time providing rigorous education for diverse audiences, regardless of their beliefs or backgrounds. The project invites visitors to ask questions, seek knowledge, and build bridges between fields that have historically had little dialogue, such as science and faith.
The hall features new informational posters that present, in an organized way, decades of research structured around three fundamental pillars: History, Science, and Sacred Scripture. Each panel includes a QR code through which visitors can access an explanatory audio guide on their mobile devices, allowing for a more self-guided and dynamic visit. The experience is complemented by the contemplation of a life-size replica of the Shroud, as well as images of a three-dimensional hologram of the Man of the Shroud—a striking visual and educational resource.
On January 19, 2026—the day of the reopening—I gratefully welcomed the team from the Christian Media Center, who were present to document this moment. In the interview, I explained how our reservation system works, the content of the exhibition, and the providential significance of its location in the city of Jerusalem. Below, you can watch the documentary and access interior images of the exhibition:
As part of the exhibition’s Lenten program, we will host Fr. Alessandro Cavicchia, OFM, for a series of conferences on March 13, 20, and 27, titled: “Celebrating Easter – Humanity’s Labor Pains from Death to Life.” These will include reflections and commentary on Psalm 22 and passages from the Gospel of Saint John.
The reopening marks a new chapter for an exhibition that, for twenty years, has continued to invite visitors to explore, to question, and to discover.