Marinella Senatore in Venice: family-focused project and exhibition

Marinella Senatore in Venice: family-focused project and exhibition during the Biennale

Marinella Senatore launches a project aimed at children aged 0 to 6 and their families titled We Rise by Lifting Others. The programme includes participatory workshops, laboratory sessions and a final public exhibition at the Art Studio of The Human Safety Net, located in the historic Procuratie on Piazza San Marco, timed with the 61st Venice Biennale.

Participation is central to the project: phrases, ideas and images gathered during community workshops will form the core of the exhibition. Senatore's practice prioritizes collective processes that turn individual contributions into a shared artwork, with a strong focus on social inclusion and the creative potential of families.

Schedule and context

The initiative unfolds through a series of workshops and labs across Europe and Italy. After an international opening, the project includes Italian phases engaging local family services and community partners.

• Programme period: May 2026 – March 2027 (workshops and activities)
• Final exhibition: opening timed with the 61st Venice Biennale, at the Procuratie, The Human Safety Net House, Venice
• Audience: children 0–6 years, parents and families; open participation for associations and social services
• Format: participatory workshops leading to an exhibition built from collected contributions

Why attend or take part

The project is an opportunity to experience contemporary art through inclusive, hands-on activities. Families and professionals can engage with creative practices that encourage play, relationships and children's agency. The final exhibition will also interact with the site's permanent installation on individual potential, offering an accessible and interactive path for visitors of all ages.

For registration details, venue information and the full schedule, consult the official channels of the project organisers and local partners.