Through Gates of Splendor: The Elisabeth Elliot Story

In 1958, a Christian missionary named Elisabeth Elliot returned to the Ecuadorian rainforest to live with the tribe that had killed her husband only two years earlier. Her choice to forgive, rather than retaliate, sparked a change in the Waodäni, who left behind a cycle of violence to embrace a life of love. This remarkable story rippled across the globe, inspiring millions to serve God through missions.

In the years that followed, Elliot created a writing system for the Waodäni language, advocated for their education, and paved the way for a New Testament translation in 1992.

Elliot eventually returned to the United States. Her best-selling book, Through Gates of Splendor, began a writing and speaking career that would go on to span six decades, ending with her death in 2015.

This exhibition shares a snapshot of her extraordinary life through photos, artifacts, and interactive audio/visual components.

• The exhibit consists of approximately 60 objects displayed in display cases and wall mounts.
• The exhibit travels in a large truck with multiple crates.
• Venues should allow for approximately 1,000 square feet of display space with access through wide hallways and doorways. Layout can be adjusted to accommodate your venue.
• Exhibition space must be shielded from natural light, food, and drink. It must also be kept at a consistent temperature of approximately 70 degrees (plus or minus 2) and, if possible, a consistent humidity of 50%. If this is concern, please contact us to discuss options.
• Exhibition space must have appropriate security measures in place such as cameras, 24-hour response, guards on site (either roaming or static), lockable doors, and alarms.
• Marketing assets will be provided for use by the venue. Production of marketing materials and local promotion is the responsibility of the venue.
• The rental fee for Through Gates of Splendor: The Elisabeth Elliot Story is $3,000/month for a minimum of 6 months. An additional week before and after is allowed for shipping and installation.
• A crew from Museum of the Bible will travel to your venue to install and de-install the exhibition.
• Shipping fees are not included in the exhibition fee. In-bound shipping is covered either by Museum of the Bible or by the previous venue, out-bound shipping is the responsibility of the current venue.
• For additional questions, see our Frequently Asked Questions or contact us through the inquiry form.

September 14, 2024 – January 11, 2025
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