MAM São Paulo Reopens at Ibirapuera with 39th Panorama da Arte Brasileira
On September 12, 2026, the Museu de Arte Moderna de São Paulo (MAM) will welcome visitors again after undergoing renovations that commenced in August 2024. The architectural enhancements, spearheaded by Metrópole_arq (Anna Helena Villela and Silvio Oksman), focused on improving accessibility and flow while maintaining the building's original features. Notable modifications include leveling differences and a repositioned box office. The inaugural exhibition, the 39th Panorama da Arte Brasileira, entitled "Depois que tudo foi dito," curated by Diane Lima, showcases 33 artists and will be on display from September 12, 2026, to January 24, 2027. Elizabeth Machado, MAM's president, emphasized the importance of returning to Ibirapuera, alongside a revamped educational program and a special edition of the Clube de Colecionadores.
Key facts
- MAM São Paulo reopens on September 12, 2026, after closure since August 2024.
- The 39th Panorama da Arte Brasileira, curated by Diane Lima, features 33 artists from 11 states.
- Renovation by Metrópole_arq (Anna Helena Villela and Silvio Oksman) improved accessibility and circulation.
- New visual identity designed by Estúdio CLDT (Celso Longo and Daniel Trench).
- Exhibition 'Depois que tudo foi dito' runs until January 24, 2027.
- Clube de Colecionadores celebrates 40 years with works by León Ferrari, Mayara Ferrão, and Rodrigo Cass.
- Carmela Gross created 'Brasil à mão livre' with a gold-plated edition of 70 and a large LED version.
- New educational program includes Ateliê Aberto, developed with University of Leeds.
- Monthly free programming resumes at the museum.
Entities
Artists
- Diane Lima
- León Ferrari
- Mayara Ferrão
- Rodrigo Cass
- Carmela Gross
- Anna Helena Villela
- Silvio Oksman
- Celso Longo
- Daniel Trench
- Elizabeth Machado
Institutions
- Museu de Arte Moderna de São Paulo (MAM)
- Metrópole_arq
- Estúdio CLDT
- Clube de Colecionadores do Museu de Arte Moderna de São Paulo
- SP-Arte Rotas Brasileiras
- ARCA
- Universidade de Leeds
Locations
- São Paulo
- Brazil
- Ibirapuera Park
- Marquise
Sources
- Dasartes —