A cultural programme that travels by sea
Art Explora pairs a touring museum boat with shoreside programming. The route moves the offer between Mediterranean audiences, and free participation gives people at each stop a way into the programme.
FR FranceIn practice. Art Explora pairs a touring museum boat with shoreside programming.
What to keep in view
Programmes and access arrangements vary by stop. Check the organiser’s current itinerary before planning a visit.
A festival with a travelling venue
The French foundation uses the Art Explorer catamaran to take exhibitions and sound installations to Mediterranean ports. At a stop, activities on the quayside can extend the programme beyond the spaces available on the boat.
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