Let's check out two free exhibits, "Christmas in Africa" and "Away in a Manger: The Creation of Nativity Scenes" at the Knights of Columbus on 1 State Street, New Haven. Afterward, optional walk to Tous Les Jours on Chapel Street, which has excellent sandwiches and fresh baked goods reasonably priced. Or Cedarhurst Cafe on Crown St., a short distance from K of C.

**Parking**: There is some free parking in the lot at 1 State Street. You may also find free parking in the Yale lot at 310 Temple Street, across from the library, if the gate is open.

Full descriptions can be found [here](https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/current/)
https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/current/

**Christmas in Africa:** In recent years, Christians in several nations within the African continent have been subjected to persecution resulting in the displacement of millions and numerous deaths. Despite this, the people’s dedication to their faith is unwavering. It is in honor of their spirit and determination that the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is pleased to exhibit more than 50 works representing 23 countries across the African continent. This exhibit also explores some of the traditions and festivities that have developed throughout Africa to celebrate the season.

**Away in a Manger:** This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights the creation of a handful of crèches that have settings customized to display the figures. These crèches include, the Marcel Carbonel Santons of Marseille, France, Fontanini of Bagni di Lucca, Italy, the Neapolitan crèche by Cantone and Costabile of Naples Italy, and the newest additions to our collection by United States based Navidad Nativities: the *St. Francis Nativity*, with figures by Ulpe Wood Art and St. Mary’s crèche with figures by Original Heide, both from Italy.

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