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Almanac Torino Opens New Space with Exhibitions and Residencies
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Founded in 2013 in the UK, Almanac, a nonprofit organization, has moved to its new location at Corso Novara 39, Turin, during the summer of 2025. This space includes an exhibition…
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SEA Aeroporti di Milano responds to criticism of Malpensa airport art exhibitions
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In response to Massimiliano Tonelli's editorial that criticized the art exhibitions at Milan Malpensa Airport, SEA, the public entity overseeing Milan's airports, issued an open…
- National Museum of Toys and Miniatures Releases October 2025 Newsletter institutional
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Giorgio Fasol's Donation Founds Contemporary Art Center at University of Verona
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The University of Verona's Santa Marta complex now houses over 100 works from the Anna and Giorgio Fasol Collection, donated in 2024 after being on loan since 2019. The donation…
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Italian Museum Educators Secure Official ATECO Code
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The Italian Association of Museum Educators (AIEM), founded in 2021, has obtained the official ATECO code 85.52.02 for the profession of museum educator. President Marianna Di…
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SLAP: New Milanese Space Dedicated to Performing Arts
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SLAP – Spazio Lambrate Arti Performative has opened at Viale delle Rimembranze di Lambrate 16 in Milan's student district. The venue occupies a house built in 1918 by Giuseppe…
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British Museum announces Pink Ball, its answer to the Met Gala
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The British Museum will host its inaugural Pink Ball on October 18, 2025, a fundraising gala conceived as a cultural event bridging fashion, art, and heritage. The ball is timed…
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Micaela Paparella’s Plan to Revitalize Pinacoteca di Bari
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Micaela Paparella, appointed in March 2025 as councillor for the Metropolitan City of Bari, is spearheading a revival of the Pinacoteca 'Corrado Giaquinto.' Founded in 1928 and…
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Chris Wan Feng Appointed Head of Gallery and Exhibitions at Asia Society Hong Kong Center
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On October 13, Chris Wan Feng will take on the role of head of gallery and exhibitions at the Asia Society Hong Kong Center. With more than ten years of experience in Hong Kong's…
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Italy's First National Photography Museum Born from Mufoco Transformation
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The Museo di Fotografia Contemporanea (Mufoco) in Cinisello Balsamo, near Milan, has been transformed into the Museo Nazionale di Fotografia (Munaf), Italy's first national museum…
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Fundação Bienal de São Paulo Seeks Manager for Wanda Svevo Historical Archive
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From October 13 to 31, 2025, the Fundação Bienal de São Paulo invites applications for a managerial role at the Wanda Svevo Historical Archive, which was founded in 1955. This…
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Flemish Government Considers Revoking M HKA Museum Status, Sparking Cultural Policy Debate
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The Flemish Government is evaluating whether to remove the museum designation from M HKA (Museum of Contemporary Art Antwerp), a move that could significantly impact Flanders'…
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Picasso Museum Paris to Expand with New Wing and Public Sculpture Park by 2030
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On its 40th anniversary, the Musée Picasso in Paris announces a major expansion project called Picasso 2030, costing over €50 million. The museum, which opened on September 28,…
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Fondazione Sandretto Re Rebaudengo Announces Educational Programs for 2025-2026 School Year
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The Educational Department of Fondazione Sandretto Re Rebaudengo has organized creative workshops and learning activities for children and youth during the 2025-2026 academic…
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Hamburger Kunsthalle Acquires Major A.R. Penck Installation Through Liebelt Foundation Support
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The Hamburger Kunsthalle has expanded its contemporary art collection with a significant 1979 installation by German artist A.R. Penck (1939-2017), titled '35 Skulpturen, "Mit…
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Paola D'Agostino Takes Helm of Musei Reali di Torino with Focus on Quality and Youth
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On October 1, 2025, Paola D'Agostino will take over as director of the Musei Reali di Torino, following Enrica Pagella and Mario Turetta. An expert in Italian Renaissance and…
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MACRO Roma reopening delayed to December 2025
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The MACRO (Museo d'Arte Contemporanea di Roma) will reopen on December 11, 2025, two months later than originally planned. The delay is due to unexpected structural work…
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Asian Cultural Council Opens 2026 Grant Applications for Cross-Cultural Exchange Programs
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The Asian Cultural Council is accepting applications for its 2026 grant and fellowship initiatives from October 1 to November 19, 2025. Established in 1963 by John D. Rockefeller…
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Bienal das Amazônias Cultural Center Launches in Belém as Convergence Space
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The Centro Cultural Bienal das Amazônias has opened in Belém, Brazil, establishing a new convergence space for cultural activities. This launch coincides with the second edition…
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François Hébel appointed artistic director of CAMERA in Turin
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François Hébel has been named the new artistic director of CAMERA – Centro Italiano per la Fotografia in Turin, succeeding Walter Guadagnini. Hébel will officially take office on…
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Trieste Contemporanea at 30: A Platform for Eastern European Art
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Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, Trieste Contemporanea was established in 1995 as a hub for contemporary art from Eastern Europe and the Balkans. Co-founder Giuliana…
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São Paulo artists occupy Teatro de Contêiner to resist demolition order from city hall
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Artists in São Paulo have occupied the Teatro de Contêiner following a police invasion, aiming to prevent its demolition as announced by the city's municipal government. The…
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Angelo Piero Cappello: bilancio due anni alla guida della Creatività Contemporanea MIC
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Angelo Piero Cappello, who was appointed in 2023 as the General Director of Contemporary Creativity at the Ministry of Culture, reflects on the achievements of his first two years…
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CAMERA Torino Celebrates 10 Years: President Emanuele Chieli Reflects on Milestones and Future
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CAMERA – Centro Italiano per la Fotografia, located in Turin, marks its tenth anniversary this autumn, having been established in 2015. Housed in a historic edifice, the center…
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Emerald Holding Appoints Vincenzo DiMaggio as Chief Accounting Officer
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Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE: EEX) has announced the appointment of Vincenzo (“Vince”) DiMaggio as its Chief Accounting Officer, starting September 29, 2025. With more than 25…
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MoMA opens first independent bookstore in Seoul's Gangnam district
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The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) has opened its first independent bookstore in Seoul, South Korea, located in the Dosan Park district of Gangnam. The MoMA Bookstore is the result…
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Over 800 freelance professionals demand reinstatement at Italian Ministry of Culture
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Since July 1, 2021, the Italian Ministry of Culture (MiC) employed over 800 VAT-registered professionals through specific tenders issued in 2020 under Article 24 of Law Decree…
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New Women's Art Museum Opens in China, Indigenous Sculpture Unveiled in Brisbane, Leadership Changes in Global Arts
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In southwestern China, near Lugu Lake, the Museum of Women's Art (MOWA) has opened, marking the nation's first establishment focused on female artists. The museum's first…
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Accademia Epica: nuova scuola di cinema a Torino
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A Torino, Accademia Epica ha aperto le sue porte, una nuova istituzione cinematografica creata da Epica Film, fondata nel 2014. Situata in Via Bonsignore, nei pressi di Piazza…
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Frost Science Expands Marine Science Access Through Your Shores Program
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Frost Science continues its Your Shores initiative, which aims to increase opportunities in marine science for underrepresented Miami-Dade students. The program, launched in 2023…
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421 Arts Campus Director Faisal Al Hassan Reflects on Decade of Supporting UAE Artists
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Faisal Al Hassan, Director of 421 Arts Campus, discusses the organization's evolution ahead of its tenth anniversary in November. Founded in 2015 as Warehouse421 in Mina Zayed,…
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Cherry Xu to Open CHERUBY House in Shanghai, Merging Art and Fashion
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Cherry Xu, a Shanghai-based collector and patron, will inaugurate CHERUBY House on November 8, 2025, in Shanghai's Jing'an district. The independent cultural platform, located in…
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Somerset House unveils 2026-2027 program with environmental installations, George Clinton retrospective, and festivals.
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Somerset House in London has unveiled its programming lineup for the 2026-2027 season, which includes ten significant events. Kicking off the season is Dana-Fiona Armour's…
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Emerald Joins Women in Exhibitions International as Member
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On 18 September 2025, Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE: EEX), recognized as the largest B2B event organizer in the U.S., became an international member of Women in Exhibitions (WiE)…
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Fundação Bienal de São Paulo Opens Applications for Youth Apprentice Positions in Communication and Warehouse
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The Fundação Bienal de São Paulo has launched a selection process for youth apprentices to join its permanent team, with applications accepted until September 22, 2025. Two…
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New Conservator Joins Team Maintaining Olympic Sculpture Park Artworks
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Erin Fitterer has recently become part of the conservation staff at the Olympic Sculpture Park, working to maintain outdoor sculptures. As Assistant Objects Conservator, she…
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KAWS becomes Uniqlo's first Artist In Residence
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Uniqlo has appointed KAWS (Brian Donnelly, born 1974 in Jersey City) as its first Artist In Residence, a role extending beyond capsule collections. The artist will curate in-store…
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