The large and famous cathedral of the Diocese of New York, housed a display of astronomical instruments last summer. Called "Heavens," the display consisted of telescopes installed in the nave of the Cathedral--perhaps surprisingly. They afforded visitors a close-up of details of the architecture and the stained glass. "Presented matter-of-factly, the telescope maintains its identity as a tool of science," said the cathedral website, "thus engaging the space visually as well as historically. Tensions between Faith and Reason are implicit and unresolved in the pluralized title, as well. The Heavens provides viewers a chance to more closely examine their surroundings as well as their beliefs.
For the current calendar of worship, events, and displays at the cathedral, see the Cathedral Website.
