Concordia Historical Institute's two museums - one at the LCMS International Center headquarters in Kirkwood, Missouri, and the other at the exhibit hall of CHI on the campus of Concordia Seminary in Clayton, Missouri, are both open.
Visits to the CHI building to conduct historical research do not require an appointment, but it is strongly encouraged to make an appointment.
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Concordia Historical Institute's current on-site exhibit is "A Kimono-Wrapped Gospel: The Mingei Prints of Sadao Watanabe." Learn more and plan your visit today on our exhibits page.
Please contact CHI with any questions or concerns at: 314-505-7900
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A Kimono-Wrapped Gospel: The Mingei Prints of Sadao Watanabe
Experience the Gospel through new eyes in this fabulous exhibit featuring the art of internationally-acclaimed Japanese artist Sadao Watanabe. Watanabe merged his love of Christ…
Jan Hus: Reformer, Confessor, Martyr
An exhibit to honor the life of early church reformer, Jan Hus (c. 1373-1415), as told through text, images and quotes. Also included in the…
Martin Chemnitz at 500: The Second Martin’s Life, Work, and Legacy
An exhibit in commemoration of the 500th anniversary of Martin Chemnitz's birth. Explore the life, work, and legacy of this crucial second-generation reformer in the…
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Hannah Hunter
My kids want to visit every museum now ! Tour guide Mehar was funny, engaging, and full of fun quirky facts about the Vestige.
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Ruth Lawson
Cannot say enough about the Vestige Museum experience: fun, informative, never dull, fast paced and just give an amazing perspective on the Met
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Teresa Barrett
Loved the small tour size (5 people) ! This was one of the main reasons I chose a Museum Pleu Tour.