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Miracle of Pentecost painting in Dallas draws crowds
The Biblical Arts Center in North Dallas displays Torger Thompson’s 120 by 20 foot painting The Miracle of Pentecost, America's largest religious work, depicting the Acts chapter two event with a 30 minute sound and light show. Thompson and Alvin Barnes built the 214 figure scene over three years, using Dallas subjects and supporters including Dallas merchant Stanley Marcus. Admission is limited to 1.50 for adults and 0.75 for children. the project is funded by the Miracle of Pentecost Foundation after the artist’s eye injury ended his career.
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Herod’s Temple
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Biblical Arts Center
American Automobile Association
State Fairgrounds
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