Fed by the beautiful liturgy and architecture, the students were now eager for the next part of their journey. The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, named for its American art collector and philanthropist founder, houses significant examples of European, Asian, and American art permanently exhibited “for the education and enjoyment of the public forever,” as per its curator’s will.
The students took their time savoring a variety of paintings, sculptures, tapestries, and stained-glass windows. “It was so good for us to visit the museum,” said sophomore Teresa Cole (’27). “We get to read so many beautiful texts at the College, including plays and poetry, but appreciating art in its other forms also better rounds you as a person.”
After leaving the museum, the students and staff split up to find dinner in various parts of Boston, many enjoying the local Italian cuisine. All were full of joy as they headed back to campus with exciting stories to tell about a day well spent.