Third Bienal de La Habana 1989: Regulations and Theme 'Tradition and Contemporaneity'
Scheduled for November and December 1989 in Havana, Cuba, the third Bienal de La Habana will revolve around the theme 'Tradition and Contemporaneity.' Its objective is to create an inclusive platform for art from Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and the Caribbean, promoting cultural exchange and global appreciation. The selection of invited artists will be managed by the Centro Wifredo Lam in partnership with prominent individuals and organizations. This non-competitive event will feature exhibitions, workshops, discussions, and seminars, with various ministries and institutions potentially acquiring artworks. Artists from the specified regions, regardless of their current residence, must submit their works by June 30, 1989, while registration forms are due by December 31, 1988. Documentation for the catalogue is required by March 30, 1989. The Centro Wifredo Lam will provide insurance for the artworks during their stay in Cuba and will manage transportation from Havana's port or airport, returning the pieces 60 days after the event concludes. The exhibition's regulations were detailed in the catalogue for the third Bienal de La Habana.
Key facts
- Third Bienal de La Habana takes place in November and December 1989 in Havana.
- Theme is 'Tradition and Contemporaneity'.
- Centro Wifredo Lam selects artists in collaboration with key figures and organizations.
- Biennial is non-competitive; ministries and institutions may acquire works.
- Registration forms due by December 31, 1988.
- Works must arrive by June 30, 1989.
- Catalogue documentation due by March 30, 1989.
- Works returned 60 days after biennial closes.
Entities
Institutions
- Centro Wifredo Lam
- Editorial Letras Cubanas
- Afterall
Locations
- Havana
- Cuba
Sources
- Afterall —