In this episode, we explore the Benziger Brothers’ pivotal role in shaping American Catholic visual culture from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. Known for outfitting churches with everything from stained glass to statues, Benziger helped create an accessible and distinctly American Catholic aesthetic. We discuss how their catalog evolved with cultural shifts, blending tradition with modernity, and how they navigated debates about authenticity and mass production. Discover how one company’s vision left a lasting mark on the visual language of American faith.

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