Doll wearing habit worn by Sisters of Loretto

Creator

Creation Date

20th century

Preview

Date Available

June 2014

Description

Plastic doll is wearing a habit worn by the Sisters of Loretto. This order was founded by Mary Rhodes, Ann Havern, and Christina Stuart under the guidance of Father Charles Nerinckx in 1812 in Kentucky, with a mission of educating poor frontier children. The doll is wearing a black dress, black cape, black veil, and white wimple. A black rosary hangs from the doll's waist.

Provenance

Donated by Pauline A. Money

Keywords

Catholic sisters, nuns, religious orders, dolls, habits, Sisters of Loretto, Loretto Sisters

Identifier

ND0071

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