Coming soon: MANIFEST Final Event!

Project MANIFEST is pleased to announce that its Final Event is approaching!



From September 19th to October 6th, Nantes will host the MANIFEST Exhibition, featuring 13 artworks by 22 international artists. Focusing on the transatlantic trade of enslaved people, this event marks the final step of the two-year Artistic Journey that involved five partner Countries and three international residencies. Don't miss your chance to dive into this powerful and reflective experience!



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The Visual of MANIFEST Final Event is out!

As a preview, we show you the visual of the poster for the MANIFEST Final Event!



The graphic revolves around the themes of the transatlantic route, cultural heritage, economy, territory and digitalisation. Through the use of tearing effects, collage and scrapbooking techniques, it cleverly merges objects and architectural structures emblematic of the European history of the transatlantic route with digital elements.



All the artists who took part in the Project contributed with their enriching perspectives and found new ways to connect with audiences through the use of different digital technologies. The aim is to encourage participants to explore a history that has been reappropriated through a new artistic and digital lens.



Stay in touch with MANIFEST social network profiles to discover the full poster of the Exhibition!

Discover L'Atelier, the Art Gallery hosting Project MANIFEST's Final Event

Looking forward the Final Event in Nantes, let’s learn a bit more about the place which is going to host the artworks of Project MANIFEST!



L'Atelier boasts a rich history dating back to 1863. Originally a wine merchant’s complex, it became the art sudio of Gérard Voisin in 1987, who stored there his exceptional collection of African art. In 2008, it transformed into a vibrant cultural space, hosting an eclectic mix of contemporary art forms including photography, painting, video, sculpture, and graffiti. The programme reflects the diversity of contemporary art, showcasing local and internationally acclaimed artists in a 500m2 space comprising 4 exhibition rooms and a video room, served by a covered patio. 



Additionally, L'Atelier is also widely known for its commitment to engaging the community with outreach programs and educational activities for schools.

May 5th: African World Heritage Day

On May 5th, Project MANIFEST celebrated the vibrancy and diversity of the African continent with the UNESCO’s African World Heritage Day.



The preservation and enhancement of African heritage is a driving force for development and innovation, as it fosters community cohesion and creates connections between human experiences across time and space. It continues to be of utmost importance to support the cultural and heritage ecosystems to thrive, be more resilient, innovative, diverse and democratic.

Project MANIFEST also recognizes the importance of African heritage and through its Artistic Journey aims at re-imagining and contributing with new perspectives on the transatlantic trade of enslaved people.

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