Docents who—as volunteers—conduct tours of the Shrine and historic parts of the school were entertained last Saturday in what has become an annual gesture of gratitude hosted by Shrine Director Carol Pfitzinger on behalf of the school. Following the welcome in the parlor and luncheon served in the Conference Room, announcements were made and guests shared experiences they have had lately. Needs to staff several large tours coming this spring were outlined by Assistant Shrine Director Mary Glenn; and Jane Cannon announced the project that will begin soon whereby pictorial information about Philippine Duchesne will be mounted on some walls of the Shrine. While this will be of interest to all pilgrims, it is especially hoped that it will serve those who visit the Shrine when there is no docent so that they can engage in a self-guided experience that is meaningful and rewarding. This work, partly funded by Alumni donations, is expected to be finished in time for the Alumni Congé Reunion on June 13.
Following the luncheon, docents were invited to visit the Academy Archives, located beneath the Shrine, where Theresa Grass welcomed them and shared some of the many treasures that are kept there.
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