Rebuilding the Sacred: Notre Dame, St. Louis Cathedral & the Importance of Restoration | Kevin Morris + Philippe Villeneuve | Moderated by: Joseph Dunn

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Marshall Family Commons, Goldring/Woldenberg Business Complex
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From Paris to New Orleans, cathedrals stand as both sacred spaces and civic symbols. In this transatlantic conversation, Philippe Villeneuve—chief architect overseeing the reconstruction of Notre-Dame—joins leaders and preservation experts connected to the recent renovation of St. Louis Cathedral to explore how historic sacred buildings are restored after moments of crisis or transformation. The discussion will examine craftsmanship, historical authenticity, modern intervention, and the emotional stakes of rebuilding monuments that define their cities.