FURTHER AFIELD
The exhibition at Château de Prangins transports us to the golden age of elite exploration journeys from 1869 to 1914. Through the perspectives of Swiss globetrotters like Alfred Bertrand and Emilio Balli, it traces the advent of early tourist circuits in a seven-stage experience that feels straight out of a Jules Verne novel.
The 8th edition of the Curatorial Project exhibition, titled “Origins,” delves into the intricate theme of origins through multidimensional works by renowned artists such as Philip Baldwin, Monica Guggisberg, and others. As both an educational and professional initiative, Ecoart raises awareness about contemporary art professions and curatorial practices. The exhibition also features 19th-century Japanese prints from the Gilbert Luber Collection, highlighting the influence of manga on Western art. This presentation is part of the 2025 Japanese Culture Autumn, celebrating both traditional and contemporary Japanese culture in the Lake Geneva region.
Vernissage, 25 September at 17:00
The 2025 Société des Arts Prize honors Shirana Shahbazi, an Iranian-born visual artist and photographer based in Zurich, for her unique approach to photography and her constant ability to reinvent herself. Her work, blending photography, painting, and installation, explores themes of identity, memory, and cultural representation. Featured in major collections such as the Centre Pompidou, MoMA, and Tate Modern, Shahbazi embodies a bold and visionary practice that continues to inspire the field of contemporary art.
Opening Thursday 18 September, 18:00.
The Centre d’Art Contemporain Genève, in collaboration with the City of Geneva, is hosting an exhibition at Le Commun during the renovation of its premises. Since 1955, the City of Geneva has supported emerging contemporary artists by offering two grants to artists under 35, enabling them to pursue personal research or studies. Ten artists and designers have been chosen to showcase their work, with an opening event that includes the announcement of the grant recipients.
Opening and announcement of the grant recipients on 2 September, from 18:00.
To mark the 20th anniversary of the food bank Partage, the traveling exhibition “Au fil des pommes” unfolds in Geneva. Local illustrators creatively transform apples to symbolize solidarity. At the Bastions Library, explore “Food Party” by Geneva-based illustrator Soreo/Sofia Rodriguez, presenting vibrant and expressive foods in a joyful tribute to nourishment.
Editions Zoé, a Geneva-based publishing house, has launched nearly 400 authors, standing out in the French-speaking literary world. Their archives, held at the Bibliothèque de Genève, chart this journey from artisanal printing in 1975 to prestigious literary awards. This exhibition, in collaboration with RTS Archives and Interrail, invites you to explore this rich history of success and discovery.
To mark the 300th anniversary of Giacomo Casanova, the MAH presents a major exhibition on this iconic 18th-century figure. Seducer, adventurer, writer, and traveler, Casanova left his mark on Geneva through his encounters with Voltaire. Rare manuscripts and objects trace the captivating journey of a libertine in Calvin’s city.
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