Ancient Goddesses in New York
My Search for the Sacred Feminine in Museums, Temples, and Public Places
A Goddess Treasure Hunt!
A goddess stands in New York harbor to welcome visitors and there are two goddesses on the state flag. And there are thousands of goddesses around New York from many different cultures. The exhibit takes you on a treasure hunt to discover New York's divine and sacred females in museums, monuments, parks, universities, and public spaces.
This book highlights goddess statues and art that can be discovered in (and around) New York City and New York State. It delves into the history, cultural heritage, and spiritual and religious beliefs related to these divine females. It will also explore ways in which New York has helped preserve goddess history in museum collections, exhibitions, and statues in public spaces, and even in carvings in buildings and sculptures at the top of tall buildings.
During the past few years, I have discovered hundreds of Divine Females represented in public history settings and private heritage areas. And there are hundreds more to uncover. Sometimes they turn up where you least suspect them - like over traffic lights in downtown Brooklyn!
Ancient Goddesses in New York is a labor of love that began as a final graduate school thesis from Rev. Laurie Sue Brockway, D.Min, MAPH.
The book also contains history and insights from my exhibit, The Goddess and Public History.
The book is in the works! In the meantime, find other related books by Laurie Sue, here.