Contemporary Lynx is a proud media partner of the Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial 2024-2025. The event takes place from 15th November 2024 to 30th April 2024 in downtown Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.
The inaugural Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial explores the evolving concept of public space in Abu Dhabi through the lens of four main factors: environment, community, urbanity, and indigeneity.
The Biennial investigates how environmental conditions influence gathering places and interactions and how they define what is considered public space. It examines the interplay between the city’s modern development and its indigenous practices, addressing the challenge of preserving traditional values amid urban growth and economic diversification.
The Biennial aims to bridge the city’s past and present, featuring public art that engages the community and enhances walkability. Key highlights include the Abu Dhabi Bus Terminal, noted for its unique architecture and role as a community hub, and Al Ain’s pre-petroleum architectural heritage, including traditional mud-brick housing and lush oases. The event promotes inclusivity and invites artists to contribute to a deeper understanding of public spaces and their cultural significance.
The event features some incredible installations by more than 70 artists from across the world, located at iconic landmarks across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain – including several modern heritage sites. Together, the works explore the concept of ‘public’ within the unique context of Abu Dhabi’s urban environments.
The Biennial features installations by Allora & Calzadilla, Arquitectura Expandida, Christopher Joshua Benton, Farah Al Qasimi, guBuyoBand, Hashel Al Lamki, Kabir Mohanty, Khalil Rabah, Oscar Murillo, Radhika Khimji, Sammy Baloji, Tarik Kiswanson, Wael Al Awar, Zeinab Alhashemi and more.
