Fondazione Prada Inaugurates Public Programme with Mona Hatoum
The esteemed institution launches an ambitious new public initiative, commencing with an intimate lecture by the renowned Palestinian artist exploring the defining trajectories of her seminal practice.
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Fondazione Prada announces the launch of its new Public Programme, a thoughtfully conceived initiative designed to deepen engagement with the institution’s exhibitions and artistic endeavours. The inaugural event features a lecture by Mona Hatoum, the celebrated artist whose multidisciplinary practice has captivated and challenged audiences across continents for decades.
Taking place on Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at Cinema Godard in Milan, this enlightening session will see Hatoum revisit the fundamental themes and methodologies that have animated her artistic journey from its genesis to the present moment. Her conversation promises to illuminate the conceptual frameworks and sensory investigations that have established her as one of the most significant voices in contemporary art.
An Exploration of Artistic Vision
The Public Programme represents Fondazione Prada’s commitment to fostering meaningful dialogue within the cultural sphere. Through a series of talks, conversations and in depth discussions, the initiative brings together artists, curators and luminaries from across contemporary culture, creating an environment of intellectual exchange and aesthetic contemplation.
This inaugural lecture complements the exhibition “Mona Hatoum: Over, under and in between,” which delves into the artist’s multifaceted explorations of space, materiality and the human condition. Hatoum’s work, renowned for its capacity to unsettle, provoke and inspire profound reflection, continues to resonate across the contemporary art landscape with undiminished force and relevance.
Accessibility and Engagement
In keeping with Fondazione Prada’s dedication to making contemporary art accessible to discerning audiences, the event is offered without charge. Attendance is available upon reservation through the institution’s official channels, democratising access to an exceptional opportunity for cultural engagement.
The Public Programme articulates Fondazione Prada’s broader vision of the museum as a generative space where artistic inquiry flourishes and where audiences encounter ideas that expand their understanding of contemporary creative practice. Each iteration of the programme will bring fresh perspectives and new conversations, establishing a dynamic forum for artistic discourse.
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