Building Cultural Legacies: National Pavilion UAE at La Biennale di Venezia

Catch up on a fascinating conversation exploring the influence of culture in shaping national identity and global discourse. This talk unpacks how international platforms like La Biennale di Venezia act as vital spaces for cultural diplomacy, and the essential role of legacy-building and patronage in nurturing meaningful artistic contributions. Highlighting the work of the National Pavilion UAE, the discussion shed light on how art is not only created but researched, supported, and used as a powerful tool to build legacies that endure far beyond the exhibition walls.

The conversation featured insights from Dr. Pradeep Sharma, Director of Culture, Arts, Heritage at the Salama Bint Hamdan Al Nahyan Foundation, Adina Hempel, Associate Professor at Zayed University, and Laila Binbrek, Director of the National Pavilion UAE at La Biennale di Venezia.