The Megiddo Mosaic: Foundations of Faith
July 25, 2025 – December 31, 2026
Floor 1
See the mosaic for FREE! No general admission ticket needed!
In 2005, archaeologists working at Megiddo uncovered a beautifully preserved mosaic floor bearing three inscriptions that would change our understanding of the early church forever.
The inscriptions reveal that the floor and the table that once stood at its center were funded by local Christians, including a Roman centurion and a woman described as “the God-lover,” for worship of “God Jesus Christ.” These inscriptions are the first that we know of to identify Jesus as God, making this the oldest-known site dedicated specifically for Christian worship.
Museum of the Bible, in partnership with the Israel Antiquities Authority, is excited to premiere this groundbreaking mosaic in this new interactive exhibit.
From the Vault: Art About America
May 1–October 11, 2026
Floor 2
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, never-before-seen objects from our collection are coming out of the vault! See early portraits and prints of George Washington, paintings of the Pilgrims as they sail for the New World, printed propaganda by the patriot Paul Revere, early colonial portraits of clergy, and a print depicting the first prayer in Congress. From pilgrims to pastors to presidents, this exhibition offers a glimpse into the connection between Scripture and civic duty through rare and remarkable early colonial portraiture and printed propaganda that served the patriotic spirit of a young America.
The Bible in Times of War
July 3, 2026 – February 28, 2027
Floor 2
This special display will reveal how the Bible has been a consistent presence in the US military despite changing geopolitical circumstances. It will include a display of an extensive range of military Bibles from every major military engagement in American history interspersed with the personal stories of the soldiers who carried them.
Sacred Liberty
July 3, 2026 – February 28, 2027
Floor 1
This special exhibition explores how the Bible shaped and inspired the founding generation during the Revolutionary period. Opening July 3, 2026, on Floor 1, it will be offered free of charge to all visitors. The exhibition will feature significant colonial-era objects that illustrate the Bible’s central role in the daily lives and decision-making of early Americans. Through these artifacts, it will explore how colonists engaged with the Bible and illuminate the biblical themes reflected in foundational and influential American documents. Highlights include the Aitken Bible, known as the "Bible of the Revolution,” a letter written by Thomas Jefferson that emphasizes the importance of religious freedom in America, and a Bible connected to the Boston Tea Party.