Sierra Leone Pavilion Debuts at Venice Biennale with 'Worlds of Today'
Sierra Leone is set to debut at the 61st International Art Exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia with an exhibit titled “Worlds of Today.” Curated by Koyo Kouoh, the display aligns with the theme “In Minor Keys,” highlighting narratives that tend to be ignored. The title suggests contemporary experiences and a transformative journey, inspired by Deleuzian concepts relating to “minority” and distinctive artistic expressions. This inaugural participation serves as a landmark occasion for West African art on an esteemed global platform.
Key facts
- Sierra Leone participates for the first time in the Venice Biennale
- The National Pavilion is titled 'Worlds of Today'
- The 61st edition is curated by Koyo Kouoh
- The theme is 'In Minor Keys'
- The pavilion draws on Deleuzian philosophy of minority
- The exhibition focuses on decentering hegemonic narratives
- It emphasizes silent forms of resilience and subtle frequencies
- The event is part of the International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia
Entities
Institutions
- National Pavilion of Sierra Leone
- La Biennale di Venezia
Locations
- Sierra Leone
- Venice
- Italy