Sippican Historical Society

The Sippican Historical Society is thrilled to welcome back Dr. Caroline Bruzelius for an extraordinary evening exploring the restoration and reopening of the Cathedral of Notre Dame of Paris. Join us at 6:30 pm on December 12, at Marion Music Hall, 164 Front Street in Marion.

Dr. Bruzelius, a leading voice in architectural history and digital visualization, will share fascinating stories from Notre Dame’s restoration after the devastating fire on April 15, 2019. The cathedral has not only been fully restored but is cleaner and more magnificent than it has been in centuries. The restoration process allowed architects, historians, and scientists to examine the structure in unprecedented detail, uncovering new insights into the craftsmanship and design of one of the most iconic Gothic cathedrals.

Dr. Bruzelius has an extensive history with Notre Dame, dating back to the 1980s during a prolonged cleaning of the cathedral’s interior. Her deep expertise, combined with her leadership in digital art and architectural history, offers a rare opportunity for the audience to learn about this monumental restoration from an expert who has dedicated decades to the study of Gothic architecture.

“Dr. Bruzelius gave us wonderful background on the materials in her Speaker Series presentation in 2021. I can’t wait to hear about the discoveries since then,” said Executive Director Alanna Nelson.

Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to celebrate one of the most significant restoration projects in architectural history. While you may not be in Paris for the official unveiling, this is a remarkable opportunity to discover the Cathedral’s beauty and history.

This event is free and open to the public, although donations to support programming by the Sippican Historical Society are greatly appreciated.