Pope John Paul II Cultural Center

Pope John Paul II Cultural Center Review

Part museum, part place of pilgrimage, the Pope John Paul II Cultural Center is a spectacular architectural embodiment of the Roman Catholic Church's desire to celebrate its charismatic leader and its rich artistic tradition. Themes covered include church and papal history, representations of the Virgin Mary, Polish heritage, and the Catholic tradition of community activism. These are explored through traditional displays of art and artifacts as well as with audiovisual presentations and interactive computer stations. The center is about a mile from the Metro and can easily be combined with a visit to the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.