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FREE to view exhibition (no admission required)

Smashed, Bombed, Lost - Recovered

Tales of Canterbury’s Stained Glass

Viewing Gallery, Visitor Centre

Over the centuries, Canterbury Cathedral’s stained glass has been damaged by war and vandalism, or lost through iconoclasm, neglect or theft.

What remains of those victims of violence can be inspiring - some glass was returned to the Cathedral, some repaired or re-purposed in surprising ways.

This history of damage, restoration and resilience now inspires stained glass by a young Ukrainian artist, Yelizaveta Smirnova, which reacts to the current global crisis.

This family-friendly exhibition is available to view every day during visiting hours.

You do not need a Cathedral Admission Ticket, Cathedral Pass or Friends’ card to view this exhibition.

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