TRAVELS: Emotional Experiences — Group Exhibition at Palazzo

TRAVELS: Emotional Experiences — Group exhibition at Palazzo dell'Emiciclo

From 2 to 16 May 2026 the historic heart of L'Aquila hosts a contemporary art group exhibition focused on emotional narratives tied to the theme of travel. The show is set in the large hall of the Palazzo dell'Emiciclo, an institutional venue whose stained-glass window filters natural light and creates a highly evocative atmosphere.

The project welcomes Italian and international artists, presenting painting, photography and sculpture in compact formats that encourage an intimate encounter with the works.

Why attend

The exhibition proposes multiple readings of travel — both inner journeys of identity and emotion and outer travels through places and encounters — prompting reflection on movement as a transformative experience. L'Aquila, recently recognized as Italy's Cultural Capital, provides a meaningful urban and natural setting that amplifies the exhibition's cultural impact.

Practical information

• Dates: 02/05/2026 — 16/05/2026
• Venue: Palazzo dell'Emiciclo, L'Aquila
• Accepted media: painting, photography, sculpture (works max 1 m per side)
• Opportunities for artists: inclusion in the exhibition catalogue and visibility through partner communication channels
• Participation: open call — registrations still open

How to apply

Artists seeking participation can request details and application procedures by calling +39 388 106 1500 or emailing [email protected]. The organisers note parking options in nearby streets and adjacent areas to the Emiciclo.

Cultural context

Exhibiting here means engaging with more than a historic building: the relationship between gallery space, the Villa Comunale and the surrounding landscape creates a full sensory itinerary where art, architecture and nature converge.