Top 10 National Pavilions at the 2026 Venice Biennale

The 61st Venice Biennale has commenced, showcasing more than 80 national pavilions throughout the city, centered around the theme 'In Minor Keys,' conceived by the late curator Koyo Kouoh. This year's event encourages attendees to take their time and engage deeply with both the art and their environment. Despite facing controversies and losses prior to its launch, a sense of thoughtful reflection fills the pavilions, from significant exhibits in the Giardini to an auditory experience located in a monastic garden close to the train station. Notably, the Bahamian pavilion at San Trovaso Art Space in Dorsoduro features artists John Beadle and Lavar Munroe, under the curation of Dr. Krista Thompson. The late John Beadle, a Bahamian artist, has long awaited his moment at Venice.