LUMINISCENCE made its North American debut at The Basilica of Saint Mary on October 31, 2025. When the immersive light and sound experience concludes on February 14, it will have welcomed more than 100,000 visitors. The production transforms the Basilica’s historic stone walls into a living canvas, illuminating architectural details through synchronized projection, music, and narration.
As The Basilica of Saint Mary marks its centennial year as America’s first basilica, it is honored to receive thousands of new visitors. Recent events in the city have highlighted how vital The Basilica’s mission remains and continues to stand as a place of peace and hope for all.
“The Basilica is honored to host this extraordinary experience for our community,” said Fr. Daniel Griffith, pastor of The Basilica of Saint Mary. “LUMINISCENCE beautifully weaves together the unique history, faith, and artistic heritage of the Basilica, offering a visual and musical expression of what we cherish most about this sacred, iconic church.”
“LUMINISCENCE has been a valued partner in this journey, to introduce the Basilica to thousands of new visitors and welcoming people of all ages and backgrounds to experience the sacred building in a new way,” said Johan Van Parys, Managing Director of Ministries/ Director of Liturgy & Sacred Arts.
A live choir and orchestra, conducted by Patrick Schneider, accompany the visual presentation with a repertoire of classical sacred and orchestral works. Schneider described leading the musicians as a meaningful artistic and spiritual endeavor.
“Working with The Basilica of Saint Mary to debut LUMINISCENCE in North America has been incredible from start to finish,” said Clayton Ferguson, Executive Producer and General Manager for LUMINISCENCE in the Americas. “America’s first basilica has a powerful story that brings people from all backgrounds together united in a shared appreciation of beauty and heritage.”
Additional information at luminiscence.com/minneapolis.
