Tag: Climate change
Groundbreaking Exhibition at England’s Baltic Raises the Bar for Art in a Climate Crisis
Environmentally themed exhibitions are gaining momentum in museums and galleries worldwide, with some standing out as particularly remarkable. “Stepping Softly on the Earth” at Baltic in Gateshead is one such
DetailHarnessing the Power of “No” to Save the Planet: How an Art Centre in a Former Power Station is Making a Difference
The former East German power plant E-Werk Luckenwalde, now a sustainable contemporary art center, is a prime example of embracing eco-friendly practices in the cultural sector. Using “Kunststrom” or “art
DetailImpact of Torrential Rains and Flooding on Museums and Historical Sites in Southern Brazil
Severe rainfall and floods in southern Brazil have caused extensive damage to museums and heritage sites in the state of Rio Grande do Sul. Over 50 museums and nearly 100
DetailTracing the Origins of Climate Breakdown: An Analysis by Turner
JMW Turner’s house, Sandycombe Lodge, has been recently affected by extreme weather conditions, reminiscent of the landscapes depicted in his paintings. A new exhibition at the house will showcase Turner’s
DetailEco-Activists Arrested for Spray-Painting Stonehenge Orange: A Museum Controversy
Stonehenge, a cultural landmark in Wiltshire, UK, was recently targeted by environmental activists who sprayed the ancient site with orange powder paint. English Heritage is investigating the extent of the
DetailWays Art Museums Can Drive Sustainability: Simple Steps to Follow
The impact of climate change on museums has been well documented in recent years. Rising sea levels, floods, wildfires, and severe weather pose significant risks to museum collections. Organizations such
DetailBelem welcomes two new museums ahead of Cop30
The 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (Cop30) is scheduled to take place in Belém, the capital of the Amazonian state of Pará. With nearly 20% of the Amazon facing
DetailControversy Erupts Over Artist’s Climate Change Sculpture Near Salisbury Cathedral
Artist Hilary Jack’s sculpture, “Seaview,” depicting a Norfolk house sliding into the sea, is drawing attention to the issue of climate change. The 10-foot-high structure is on display at Salisbury
DetailJenny Kendler explores oysters and whales on Governors Island
Experience Jenny Kendler’s site-specific public exhibition, “Other of Pearl,” on Governors Island in New York City. The exhibition, presented by Governors Island Arts and the NRDC, explores the relationships between
DetailNational Trust Sites Under Siege: Climate Campaigners Kick Off Week of Protests
As school summer holidays begin in the UK, visitors to National Trust sites may encounter protesters calling for the charity to end its partnership with Barclays over its connections to
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