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Programme
The first route of the museum ship will be the Mediterranean, an area of millennia of history and exchange, which has always mobilized and nourished the inspiration of artists, and naturally invites intercultural dialogue.
Discover the programme of activities on the quayside and in the towns: performances, concerts, conferences, screenings, workshops, meetings and other events.
Upcoming events
The "Undertow" exhibition
This exhibition explores the Mediterranean in the context of migration and exile, highlighting the work of emerging photographers from the region.
The "Under the azure" exhibition
Under the Azure is an exhibition paying tribute to the Mediterranean Sea, to the imagery it evokes, to the awe it inspires, and to the ancient and contemporary myths associated with it.
Mediterranean wonders
Embark on a journey to the Golden Age of Alexandria, Athens, and Venice! This brand-new experience, developed exclusively for the Art Explora Festival by Ubisoft, allows you to dive into the past at the heart of 3 iconic cities at the height of their splendor.
Mediterranean Sound Journey
Embark on a sonic Odyssey to discover the landscapes of the Mediterranean! Designed and produced by Ircam and Ircam Amplify for the Art Explora festival.
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Experiences on board the museum boat
Experience on reservation. Duration: 45 min.
The Present immersive exhibition
Experience on reservation. Duration: 1h00
Guided tours
Immerse yourselves to the exhibitions of Art Explora Festival with the guidance of experienced mediators.
Postcards from the Sea
In this creative workshop, children will design and create postcards from an imaginary journey across the Mediterranean. By drawing and collaging landmarks, landscapes, and motifs from various Mediterranean countries, and writing a short message on the back, they will discover the region’s rich diversity of cultures, languages, and traditions. The activity encourages imagination, artistic expression, and basic literacy through a simple yet imaginative format.
Water Landscapes, Xesca Salvà
A speculative game based on direct observation of the entire ecosystem that exists within water. What lives in the sea? What landscapes does it create? How many different creatures live in the water? What are they like and how do they move? We will draw the landscape of living beings that cannot be seen with the naked eye, a garden of microorganisms, a new science-fiction planet
Water Landscapes, Xesca Salvà
A speculative game based on direct observation of the entire ecosystem that exists within water. What lives in the sea? What landscapes does it create? How many different creatures live in the water? What are they like and how do they move? We will draw the landscape of living beings that cannot be seen with the naked eye, a garden of microorganisms, a new science-fiction planet
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La Bissaperie
La Bissaperie is a collective invocation of Frantz Fanon's memory through a shared reading of his texts and the preparation of bissap, a hibiscus flower drink. I propose a friendly and horizontal meeting place focused on the revolutionary ideas of the thinker and a platform for people to connect with their identity, heritage and community.
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In the depths
The proposal is entitled In the Depths and takes the form of a performative lecture. It begins with the real history of the Atlantic as a space of violence and memory: the slave trade, ports with a Black presence in Spain (Barcelona, Seville, Cadiz), and how this past has been silenced or fragmented. From there, it takes a creative leap into the realm of the imaginary: how artists such as Drexciya have paved the way for thinking about the ocean not only as a tomb, but also as an archive, as a place of possibilities and future.
Past events
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Ocean Weekend
The "Ocean Weekends" are integrated into the Festival's program, inviting researchers, scientists, and artists to participate in roundtable discussions on the theme of the ocean and the climate emergency, with a local approach that is renewed at each stage. In Marseille, the Ocean Weekend takes place on the occasion of World Ocean Day.
The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation is given free rein
Roundtable discussion on the theme: "Journey to the heart of the Pelagos Sanctuary," moderated by Susan Gallon, Scientific Director of MedPAN. Speakers: Hélène Labach, Director of Miraceti; Noëlie Pansiot, Coordinator of the 1 OCEAN project; and Sylvain Petit, Director of SMILO.
Roundtable discussion at the Southway Pavilion (invited by Martha Kirszenbaum)
THE programme Conceived by Southway Studio for the Agora, this event takes the form of a roundtable discussion with Jean-Louis Pacull, Eric di Meco, Valeilles Dufaure de Montmirail, Thibaud Leplat, and Fabien Fragione, exploring the social history of Olympique de Marseille (OM) and football in Marseille. A sound piece created by Samson, blending stadium noises and chants recorded by supporters at the Vélodrome stadium, is also being played in the Agora.
Performance by Cecilia Bengolea
Cecilia Bengolea, 'The Shadow of the Synchronized Serpent'. 14 min, Courtesy of the artist.
Open-air cinema: Emilija Škarnulytė
Screening of the film 'Sunken Cities' by Emilija Škarnulytė, 2021, 9 min, Courtesy of the artist.
Concert from La Crau (invited by Alain Weber)
De la Crau, a Marseilles group with unclassifiable and wandering influences, reveals through their rock universe an Occitan poetry with a thousand faces.
Cabaret - films, live music, dj set (guest.es by Martha Kirszenbaum)
Inspired by the Cairo cabarets of the interwar period and rooted in the modern and contemporary popular culture of the Mediterranean MENA world, Leylet Hob is a programme of films and performances organized in a chicha bar in the Plaine district of Marseille.
Concert by Justin Adams & Mauro Durante (invited by Alain Weber)
Guitar hero Justin Adams, producer of Tinariwen, Lo'Jo, Rachid Taha, lover of North African groove, guitarist for Robert Plant in the group Sensational Space Shifters, travelers of world music to the banks of the Niger, meets Mauro Durante, violinist and percussionist from southern Italy.
Workshop – Introduction to editorial cartooning! – Cami and SOS Méditerranée
In partnership with the sea rescue NGO SOS MEDITERRANEE, these two workshops offer an introduction to the profession of press cartoonist. After a brief presentation of the profession, the techniques used (symbols, caricatures, subversion, etc.) and the association's missions, the budding journalists will be invited to pick up their pencils and create a topical cartoon.
Carte blanche Sea Foundation
Round table discussion on the theme: "Mediterranean, marvel and act"
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A conversation on the theme 'MEDITERRANEAN: SCIENCE AND FICTIONS: Bacteria, chimeras and hydropolitical forces' between Lara Tabet (medical biologist, artist researcher) and Océane Ragoucy (architect, curator, critic) with the participation of Julie Chenot (director of the Camargo Foundation)
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Voices : Alexis Rosenfeld
A 30-minute talk by an inspiring personality: Alexis Rosenfeld
Open-air cinema: 'Mission Méditerranée, le musée des abysses' Thomas Marlier and Mathieu Pradinaud (UNESCO programming)
Screening of Thomas Marlier and Mathieu Pradinaud's film 'Mission Méditerranée, le musée des abysses' , 2023, 69'. Introduction by Alison Faynot (UNESCO) and Franca Cibecchini (DRASSM), who both took part in the international underwater archaeological mission featured in the documentary.
Tours and workshops for school and after-school groups
Come and discover the various Art Explora Festival exhibitions with your class!
Valentin Noujaïm retrospective (invited by Martha Kirszenbaum)
Screening of a retrospective of works by artist Valentin Noujaïm. The retrospective will be followed by a discussion in the presence of the filmmaker.
Frequently asked questions
The Art Explora Festival will take place from spring 2024 to spring 2026 in various Mediterranean cities.
Festival events take place both on the museum boat's quay and in heritage and/or emblematic sites in the stopover towns. To find out all about upcoming events in your town, consult our Agenda.
The Art Explora Festival offers a rich, multi-disciplinary program including visits to the museum ship, exhibition pavilions, virtual reality experiences, artistic performances, concerts, lectures, film screenings, creative workshops and meetings. You'll be able to discover local and international artists, as well as thinkers and cultural players exploring contemporary themes related to the Mediterranean region. To find out all about upcoming events in your city, consult our Agenda.
All Festival events are free of charge. Please note, however, that some events - such as workshops - require a reservation via the ticket office. Please consult the page dedicated to each event for more information on times and booking procedures.
To ensure that everyone has the best possible experience at the Festival, we have drawn up a visitors' charter listing a few good practices.
Yes, the boat is freely accessible on site. However, you can pre-book your time online on our website.
For reasons of safety and preservation of the boat, high heels and stilettos may not be worn on the boat.
To take part in the workshops and meetings offered during the Festival, you'll generally need to register in advance. Information on how to register will be available on the dedicated event page, where you can also find details of times and how to take part.
Yes, the Art Explora Festival also offers child-friendly activities, such as creative workshops specially designed for young participants. Take a look at the program to find out about events and activities for children and families.
The museum boat is open to all free of charge. To find out on which quay it will be moored, or to pre-book your slot, consult the page dedicated to your town.
Appropriate facilities have been set up on the Festival site for the reception and access of people with reduced mobility. The boat is equipped with a 1m-wide ramp, accessible to people with reduced mobility, but may require the accompaniment of a third party due to its gradient of over 6%. Access to the aft deck and immersive exhibition is possible. However, the upper deck is not accessible. Please inform us in advance of any special accessibility requirements, so that we can make the necessary arrangements.
Thank you for your interest in the Art Explora Festival! To find out more about our volunteer opportunities and to apply, please visit our "Become a volunteer"section of our website. There you'll find all the information you need about the roles available and the application procedure. We look forward to meeting you!
We're delighted to consider new partnerships for the Art Explora Festival. To find out how, please visit our dedicated page or write to us at contact@artexplora.org