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Saturday 18 April, 11:00

Gather for cosy, imaginative storytime designed for little ones. Through lively readings and simple hands-on activities, children listen to colourful tales, move with rhythmic sounds and explore characters through voice, props and gentle play. Sessions encourage curiosity, early language skills and shared discovery, offering moments of quiet wonder and playful interaction that spark imagination and love of books.

In French. Kids ages 2–8.

16 – 18 April

“Submersion Games” by Bryan Campbell at Maison Saint-Gervais is a performance drawing inspiration from the novel Moby Dick. It intertwines themes of eroticism, ecocide violence, and sado-masochistic rituals, delving into the desires and sufferings present in our relationships with work, sexuality, and the natural world. The piece immerses the audience in a maritime experience.

18 – 19 April

Step into a vibrant universe where art, culture, and flavor intertwine. FAMA – King of Bissap invites you on a sensory journey inspired by the iconic West African hibiscus drink—known as bissap, often celebrated as a “royal elixir” for its deep color, refreshing taste, and cultural significance.

Through bold visuals and rich storytelling, the exhibition explores themes of identity, heritage, and transmission. Like bissap itself—both everyday ritual and festive symbol—FAMA’s work bridges tradition and contemporary expression, transforming familiar references into powerful artistic narratives.

Presented at Séries Rares, this exhibition offers a unique encounter between African-inspired aesthetics and contemporary art practices. Each piece resonates like a sip of bissap: intense, vibrant, and unforgettable.

More than an exhibition, FAMA – King of Bissap is an invitation to experience culture through color, memory, and emotion.

OPENING April 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the presence of the artist
CLOSING April 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the presence of the artist

Saturday 18 April, 14:00

The Quartier des Bains presents an immersive musical journey through its galleries, bringing together 30 musicians in 11 spaces. Through improvised performances in dialogue with the artworks, visitors are invited to wander freely between venues, following a rhythm that alternates live sessions and breaks. The event reflects an ongoing effort to expand beyond traditional exhibitions and strengthen connections with audiences and the local cultural scene.

Saturday 18 April, 20:30

Reggae elder Don Carlos revisits his roots with warm basslines and melodious roots grooves. Born in Western Kingston, he brings decades of voice-led storytelling, shaped by his early years with Black Uhuru and a prolific solo catalogue with guitarist Goldie. Sharing the bill, his son GEO (Good Everytime Overall) brings socially conscious lyrics and songs from the New Horizon album (Reggae Gone Viral), joined by the Upright Ones. A Humanity Sound DJ set frames the evening with dub-tinged selections promoting peace and unity.

Saturday 18 April, 14:00

Raphaël Fiammingo, from the City of Geneva’s Parks and Gardens Department (SEVE), oversees care and development of the city’s trees and urban forests, managing over 40,000 trees and 70 hectares of public forest.

This lecture presents a curated selection of 40 notable trees found in Geneva, exploring seasonal changes, species diversity (more than 400 varieties), ecological roles, and urban forestry practices. Fiammingo examines identification, conservation challenges, and why urban tree heritage matters for biodiversity, climate resilience, and community well-being.

In French.

Saturday 18 April, 11:00

Gather for cosy, imaginative storytime designed for little ones. Through lively readings and simple hands-on activities, children listen to colourful tales, move with rhythmic sounds and explore characters through voice, props and gentle play. Sessions encourage curiosity, early language skills and shared discovery, offering moments of quiet wonder and playful interaction that spark imagination and love of books.

In French. Kids ages 2–8.

16 – 18 April

“Submersion Games” by Bryan Campbell at Maison Saint-Gervais is a performance drawing inspiration from the novel Moby Dick. It intertwines themes of eroticism, ecocide violence, and sado-masochistic rituals, delving into the desires and sufferings present in our relationships with work, sexuality, and the natural world. The piece immerses the audience in a maritime experience.

18 – 19 April

Step into a vibrant universe where art, culture, and flavor intertwine. FAMA – King of Bissap invites you on a sensory journey inspired by the iconic West African hibiscus drink—known as bissap, often celebrated as a “royal elixir” for its deep color, refreshing taste, and cultural significance.

Through bold visuals and rich storytelling, the exhibition explores themes of identity, heritage, and transmission. Like bissap itself—both everyday ritual and festive symbol—FAMA’s work bridges tradition and contemporary expression, transforming familiar references into powerful artistic narratives.

Presented at Séries Rares, this exhibition offers a unique encounter between African-inspired aesthetics and contemporary art practices. Each piece resonates like a sip of bissap: intense, vibrant, and unforgettable.

More than an exhibition, FAMA – King of Bissap is an invitation to experience culture through color, memory, and emotion.

OPENING April 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the presence of the artist
CLOSING April 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the presence of the artist

Saturday 18 April, 14:00

The Quartier des Bains presents an immersive musical journey through its galleries, bringing together 30 musicians in 11 spaces. Through improvised performances in dialogue with the artworks, visitors are invited to wander freely between venues, following a rhythm that alternates live sessions and breaks. The event reflects an ongoing effort to expand beyond traditional exhibitions and strengthen connections with audiences and the local cultural scene.

Saturday 18 April, 20:30

Reggae elder Don Carlos revisits his roots with warm basslines and melodious roots grooves. Born in Western Kingston, he brings decades of voice-led storytelling, shaped by his early years with Black Uhuru and a prolific solo catalogue with guitarist Goldie. Sharing the bill, his son GEO (Good Everytime Overall) brings socially conscious lyrics and songs from the New Horizon album (Reggae Gone Viral), joined by the Upright Ones. A Humanity Sound DJ set frames the evening with dub-tinged selections promoting peace and unity.

Saturday 18 April, 14:00

Raphaël Fiammingo, from the City of Geneva’s Parks and Gardens Department (SEVE), oversees care and development of the city’s trees and urban forests, managing over 40,000 trees and 70 hectares of public forest.

This lecture presents a curated selection of 40 notable trees found in Geneva, exploring seasonal changes, species diversity (more than 400 varieties), ecological roles, and urban forestry practices. Fiammingo examines identification, conservation challenges, and why urban tree heritage matters for biodiversity, climate resilience, and community well-being.

In French.

Saturday 18 April, 11:00

Gather for cosy, imaginative storytime designed for little ones. Through lively readings and simple hands-on activities, children listen to colourful tales, move with rhythmic sounds and explore characters through voice, props and gentle play. Sessions encourage curiosity, early language skills and shared discovery, offering moments of quiet wonder and playful interaction that spark imagination and love of books.

In French. Kids ages 2–8.

16 – 18 April

“Submersion Games” by Bryan Campbell at Maison Saint-Gervais is a performance drawing inspiration from the novel Moby Dick. It intertwines themes of eroticism, ecocide violence, and sado-masochistic rituals, delving into the desires and sufferings present in our relationships with work, sexuality, and the natural world. The piece immerses the audience in a maritime experience.

18 – 19 April

Step into a vibrant universe where art, culture, and flavor intertwine. FAMA – King of Bissap invites you on a sensory journey inspired by the iconic West African hibiscus drink—known as bissap, often celebrated as a “royal elixir” for its deep color, refreshing taste, and cultural significance.

Through bold visuals and rich storytelling, the exhibition explores themes of identity, heritage, and transmission. Like bissap itself—both everyday ritual and festive symbol—FAMA’s work bridges tradition and contemporary expression, transforming familiar references into powerful artistic narratives.

Presented at Séries Rares, this exhibition offers a unique encounter between African-inspired aesthetics and contemporary art practices. Each piece resonates like a sip of bissap: intense, vibrant, and unforgettable.

More than an exhibition, FAMA – King of Bissap is an invitation to experience culture through color, memory, and emotion.

OPENING April 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the presence of the artist
CLOSING April 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the presence of the artist

Saturday 18 April, 14:00

The Quartier des Bains presents an immersive musical journey through its galleries, bringing together 30 musicians in 11 spaces. Through improvised performances in dialogue with the artworks, visitors are invited to wander freely between venues, following a rhythm that alternates live sessions and breaks. The event reflects an ongoing effort to expand beyond traditional exhibitions and strengthen connections with audiences and the local cultural scene.

Saturday 18 April, 20:30

Reggae elder Don Carlos revisits his roots with warm basslines and melodious roots grooves. Born in Western Kingston, he brings decades of voice-led storytelling, shaped by his early years with Black Uhuru and a prolific solo catalogue with guitarist Goldie. Sharing the bill, his son GEO (Good Everytime Overall) brings socially conscious lyrics and songs from the New Horizon album (Reggae Gone Viral), joined by the Upright Ones. A Humanity Sound DJ set frames the evening with dub-tinged selections promoting peace and unity.

Saturday 18 April, 14:00

Raphaël Fiammingo, from the City of Geneva’s Parks and Gardens Department (SEVE), oversees care and development of the city’s trees and urban forests, managing over 40,000 trees and 70 hectares of public forest.

This lecture presents a curated selection of 40 notable trees found in Geneva, exploring seasonal changes, species diversity (more than 400 varieties), ecological roles, and urban forestry practices. Fiammingo examines identification, conservation challenges, and why urban tree heritage matters for biodiversity, climate resilience, and community well-being.

In French.

Saturday 18 April, 11:00

Gather for cosy, imaginative storytime designed for little ones. Through lively readings and simple hands-on activities, children listen to colourful tales, move with rhythmic sounds and explore characters through voice, props and gentle play. Sessions encourage curiosity, early language skills and shared discovery, offering moments of quiet wonder and playful interaction that spark imagination and love of books.

In French. Kids ages 2–8.

16 – 18 April

“Submersion Games” by Bryan Campbell at Maison Saint-Gervais is a performance drawing inspiration from the novel Moby Dick. It intertwines themes of eroticism, ecocide violence, and sado-masochistic rituals, delving into the desires and sufferings present in our relationships with work, sexuality, and the natural world. The piece immerses the audience in a maritime experience.

18 – 19 April

Step into a vibrant universe where art, culture, and flavor intertwine. FAMA – King of Bissap invites you on a sensory journey inspired by the iconic West African hibiscus drink—known as bissap, often celebrated as a “royal elixir” for its deep color, refreshing taste, and cultural significance.

Through bold visuals and rich storytelling, the exhibition explores themes of identity, heritage, and transmission. Like bissap itself—both everyday ritual and festive symbol—FAMA’s work bridges tradition and contemporary expression, transforming familiar references into powerful artistic narratives.

Presented at Séries Rares, this exhibition offers a unique encounter between African-inspired aesthetics and contemporary art practices. Each piece resonates like a sip of bissap: intense, vibrant, and unforgettable.

More than an exhibition, FAMA – King of Bissap is an invitation to experience culture through color, memory, and emotion.

OPENING April 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the presence of the artist
CLOSING April 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the presence of the artist

Saturday 18 April, 14:00

The Quartier des Bains presents an immersive musical journey through its galleries, bringing together 30 musicians in 11 spaces. Through improvised performances in dialogue with the artworks, visitors are invited to wander freely between venues, following a rhythm that alternates live sessions and breaks. The event reflects an ongoing effort to expand beyond traditional exhibitions and strengthen connections with audiences and the local cultural scene.

Saturday 18 April, 20:30

Reggae elder Don Carlos revisits his roots with warm basslines and melodious roots grooves. Born in Western Kingston, he brings decades of voice-led storytelling, shaped by his early years with Black Uhuru and a prolific solo catalogue with guitarist Goldie. Sharing the bill, his son GEO (Good Everytime Overall) brings socially conscious lyrics and songs from the New Horizon album (Reggae Gone Viral), joined by the Upright Ones. A Humanity Sound DJ set frames the evening with dub-tinged selections promoting peace and unity.

Saturday 18 April, 14:00

Raphaël Fiammingo, from the City of Geneva’s Parks and Gardens Department (SEVE), oversees care and development of the city’s trees and urban forests, managing over 40,000 trees and 70 hectares of public forest.

This lecture presents a curated selection of 40 notable trees found in Geneva, exploring seasonal changes, species diversity (more than 400 varieties), ecological roles, and urban forestry practices. Fiammingo examines identification, conservation challenges, and why urban tree heritage matters for biodiversity, climate resilience, and community well-being.

In French.

Saturday 18 April, 11:00

Gather for cosy, imaginative storytime designed for little ones. Through lively readings and simple hands-on activities, children listen to colourful tales, move with rhythmic sounds and explore characters through voice, props and gentle play. Sessions encourage curiosity, early language skills and shared discovery, offering moments of quiet wonder and playful interaction that spark imagination and love of books.

In French. Kids ages 2–8.

16 – 18 April

“Submersion Games” by Bryan Campbell at Maison Saint-Gervais is a performance drawing inspiration from the novel Moby Dick. It intertwines themes of eroticism, ecocide violence, and sado-masochistic rituals, delving into the desires and sufferings present in our relationships with work, sexuality, and the natural world. The piece immerses the audience in a maritime experience.

18 – 19 April

Step into a vibrant universe where art, culture, and flavor intertwine. FAMA – King of Bissap invites you on a sensory journey inspired by the iconic West African hibiscus drink—known as bissap, often celebrated as a “royal elixir” for its deep color, refreshing taste, and cultural significance.

Through bold visuals and rich storytelling, the exhibition explores themes of identity, heritage, and transmission. Like bissap itself—both everyday ritual and festive symbol—FAMA’s work bridges tradition and contemporary expression, transforming familiar references into powerful artistic narratives.

Presented at Séries Rares, this exhibition offers a unique encounter between African-inspired aesthetics and contemporary art practices. Each piece resonates like a sip of bissap: intense, vibrant, and unforgettable.

More than an exhibition, FAMA – King of Bissap is an invitation to experience culture through color, memory, and emotion.

OPENING April 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the presence of the artist
CLOSING April 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the presence of the artist

Saturday 18 April, 14:00

The Quartier des Bains presents an immersive musical journey through its galleries, bringing together 30 musicians in 11 spaces. Through improvised performances in dialogue with the artworks, visitors are invited to wander freely between venues, following a rhythm that alternates live sessions and breaks. The event reflects an ongoing effort to expand beyond traditional exhibitions and strengthen connections with audiences and the local cultural scene.

Saturday 18 April, 20:30

Reggae elder Don Carlos revisits his roots with warm basslines and melodious roots grooves. Born in Western Kingston, he brings decades of voice-led storytelling, shaped by his early years with Black Uhuru and a prolific solo catalogue with guitarist Goldie. Sharing the bill, his son GEO (Good Everytime Overall) brings socially conscious lyrics and songs from the New Horizon album (Reggae Gone Viral), joined by the Upright Ones. A Humanity Sound DJ set frames the evening with dub-tinged selections promoting peace and unity.

Saturday 18 April, 14:00

Raphaël Fiammingo, from the City of Geneva’s Parks and Gardens Department (SEVE), oversees care and development of the city’s trees and urban forests, managing over 40,000 trees and 70 hectares of public forest.

This lecture presents a curated selection of 40 notable trees found in Geneva, exploring seasonal changes, species diversity (more than 400 varieties), ecological roles, and urban forestry practices. Fiammingo examines identification, conservation challenges, and why urban tree heritage matters for biodiversity, climate resilience, and community well-being.

In French.

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Cool fact: The MAMCO is the epicenter of the “Nuit des Bains”, held three times a year.  During this event, the district around the museum is transformed into a large gallery and attracts thousands of art lovers and sightseers each night.

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Cool fact: On the first Sunday of each month, the Ariana Museum opens its temporary exhibitions to the public.

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