People from all parts of the world and all walks of life visit the Chapel for renewal and restoration. They come to experience prayer, meditation, religious services, lectures, concerts, or simply sit in silence among the magnificent Mark Rothko murals.
Opening Spaces Site Development & Temporary Chapel Closure March 2019-June 2020
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Chapel Closure for Opening Spaces Site Development
The Rothko Chapel and grounds will be closed from March 2019 through June 2020. This temporary closure is the first part of the implementation of the Rothko Chapel Opening Spaces master plan focused on restoring the Chapel as a unique sacred art site, serving the growing number of visitors and program participants, and setting the stage for programmatic expansion.
For more information on the Chapel restoration and Opening Spaces masterplan developments click here.
Experience past programs to learn more about the Rothko Chapel on Vimeo or Soundcloud.
2020 Rothko Chapel Óscar Romero Award
The upcoming award recognizes 3 individuals working within the areas of art, spirituality, and human rights, who have committed their life’s work toward climate justice and the creation of a more sustainable, livable and possibility-filled world.
While the next Óscar Romero Award (ORA) Ceremony is scheduled to be held in June 2020, due to COVID-19 concerns we will not hold any programs at the Chapel until it is safe to do so for our staff and visitors. Please check back for event announcements and updates here. Experience past ORA ceremonies on Vimeo or Soundcloud.
Living Mindfully
Explore the relationship between the sacred and the self through video and audio recordings of past practices, discussions, and gatherings that cultivate a more spiritually focused and mindful life.
-Twelve Moments: Experiencing Spiritual & Faith Traditions Soundcloud
-Twilight Meditations & Days of Observance Soundcloud
-Concept of the Divine Series Vimeo Soundcloud
-Interfaith Thanksgiving Services Vimeo Soundcloud
Transformative Power of Art
Witness the Chapel come to life with provocative music and original artist projects through video and audio recordings of past concerts and performances on Vimeo and Soundcloud.
Advancing Human Rights
Examine intersectional social justice issues from a local to global perspective through video and audio recordings of past symposia, conversations and lectures.
-Annual MLK Birthday Celebration Vimeo Soundcloud
-2016 Symposium: Confronting Inequality: Alternative Economies, Resilient Communities Vimeo Soundcloud
-2017 Symposium - An Act of Justice: Undoing the Legacy of Mass Incarceration Vimeo Soundcloud
-2019 Symposium - Toward a Better Future: Transforming the Climate Crisis Vimeo Soundcloud