Recreation of the Megiddo Mosaic - Ancient Christian Artwork for Sale

Own a piece of early Christian history. This exquisite hand-crafted mosaic recreates the ancient church floor discovered in Megiddo, Israel. The Megiddo Mosaic features authentic early Christian symbols and patterns from the 3rd-4th century CE.

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The Megiddo Mosaic - Hand-crafted ancient Christian church floor mosaic recreation featuring early Christian symbols and patterns from Megiddo, Israel

About Legacy of Megiddo - The Megiddo Mosaic

A Testament to Ancient Artistry

Discovered in 2005 beneath Israel's Megiddo Prison, this remarkable mosaic floor once graced an early Christian worship hall dating to 230 CE. The 16x32 foot masterpiece, found in a Roman military settlement, features Greek inscriptions honoring seven church members and contains the earliest known reference to "God Jesus Christ." This precious piece of Christian history now resides in Washington D.C.'s Museum of the Bible, offering visitors a glimpse into one of Christianity's earliest known places of worship.

This meticulous recreation required 170 hours of detailed craftsmanship. Using stained MDF and carefully weathered grout, each piece was individually treated to replicate the authenticity of ancient stone. The intentionally aged surface—complete with natural-looking cracks and pitting—captures the essence of a mosaic that has endured nearly two millennia. At 46" height x 63" wide x 1.5" deep, this piece translates the massive 16' × 32' original into an intimate interpretation, allowing viewers to experience the remarkable details of this ancient Christian artwork.

Authentic Craftsmanship

Created using traditional mosaic techniques with modern materials for lasting beauty

Historical Significance

Inspired by the archaeological findings at the ancient city of Megiddo

Unique Artwork

One-of-a-kind piece representing the legacy of ancient civilizations

The Megiddo Mosaic - Detail view showing intricate craftsmanship

My Story

The personal journey behind The Megiddo Mosaic

My Story

In 2005, God wrote the first chapter of an extraordinary story that continues to unfold. As a teenage girl from South Carolina, I joined a Power Team mission trip to Israel, not knowing that this journey would change my life forever. There, in the Holy Land, I met a boy from Nebraska who would later become my husband—but even more importantly, I found my Savior and was baptized in the Jordan River.

Fast forward twenty years: we're blessed with three children and a deep love for the land where our story began. But God wasn't finished weaving the threads of our Israel connection.

In 2023, while watching "The Mosaic Church" documentary, I felt a divine calling. The documentary featured the remarkable discovery of the Megiddo Prison mosaic—the earliest known Christian house of worship, dating back to 230 AD. This ancient artwork, with its revolutionary inclusion of women church donors and the earliest known inscription declaring Jesus as God, deeply resonated with my spirit.

Inspired by this remarkable piece of Christian history, I embarked on a 170-hour journey to recreate this ancient mosaic. Through each carefully placed piece, I found myself connecting with those early believers who had worshipped in that sacred space nearly 1,800 years ago.

Now, my husband and I are beginning a new chapter as we share this story through our presentation "Ancient Stones, Modern Faith." We weave together our personal testimony, the fascinating archaeological discovery at Megiddo, and the artistic process of recreating this significant piece of Christian history.

Our story continues to unfold as we see how God works across time—connecting a teenage mission trip, a marriage, a prison discovery in Israel, and an artistic calling into one beautiful mosaic of His perfect plan.

Personal moment from our journey with The Megiddo Mosaic

Our journey of faith and artistry

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  • Original artwork by Kelly Vanderbeek
  • Certificate of authenticity included
  • Detailed photos available upon request
  • Secure shipping arrangements available
  • 170 hours of meticulous craftsmanship
  • One-of-a-kind historical recreation