Busy days at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, where—on the occasion of the arrival of many Italians for the grand NIAF (National Italian American Foundation) Gala—several representatives of institutions and journalists visited the museum, which was inaugurated in 2017.
Among them were Matteo Lorito, Rector of the University of Naples “Federico II”; Father Enzo Fortunato, Head of Communications for St. Peter’s Basilica; Davide Ippolito, Director of ilNewyorkese; journalist Claudia Conte; Senator Guido Castelli; and a delegation from the Eccellenze Italiane Award, including Francesco Morra, President of ANCI Campania.
With its eight floors and over 40,000 square meters of exhibition space, it is considered the largest Bible museum in the world. The purpose of this institution, located just steps from the U.S. Capitol, is to invite visitors to engage with the transformative power of the Bible and to reflect on its social, cultural, historical, and artistic impact throughout human history.
The museum welcomes visitors from all over the world, who can explore the history, narrative, and influence of the Bible.
“The Museum of the Bible” had already drawn the attention of historian and writer Alessandro Iovino, who featured it in a well-received documentary broadcast for the first time on Italian national television channel TV2000 in May 2020, titled The Museum of the Bible: Discovering the Book of Books. The documentary was later dubbed and translated into Arabic and aired on the satellite channel Noursat TV. In 2022, Iovino was appointed as the museum’s European representative for one year.
“Beyond official roles, I am honored by my relationship with the Museum of the Bible,” said Alessandro Iovino, “and by my connection with CEO Carlos Campo, with whom I continue to promote this incredible museum. The Bible is a work of immense value—not only historical and cultural but also spiritual—being a heritage for all humanity. Just think that the greatest works of art of every kind across our continent are inspired by its stories. We must rediscover the Bible’s value and the importance it has had in the past, as well as how it can shape the future.”
