Basilica: Mary Protector of Faith statue at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (east side) in Washington, D.C. by Jon-Joseph Russo

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Basilica: Mary Protector of Faith statue at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (east side) in Washington, D.C. by Jon-Joseph Russo

The Mary Protector of Faith statue by Jon-Joseph Russo is located on the east side of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. It honors Mary, mother of Jesus, highlighting her protective role in faith. The statue is part of the Basilica's extensive religious art collection and is near the Brookland - CUA Metro Station. It represents important themes of religion and women's roles in spirituality.