The Art of Remembrance is an ambitious initiative that creates a platform for artists worldwide to reinterpret history and the memory of World War II through contemporary artistic expression. The project is founded on the belief that art can bridge generations, revitalize sites of remembrance, and inspire new ways of thinking about the past — while also engaging new audiences.

At the heart of the project is a residency program at four historically significant sites of remembrance in Europe: the Sybir Memorial Museum in Poland, La Coupole Museum in France, the city of Bastogne in Belgium — a symbol of World War II memory — and the space affiliated with the Nuto Revelli Onlus Foundation in Italy. Each artist spends several weeks immersed in one of these locations, gaining access to archives, artifacts, documents, photographs, recordings, and oral testimonies specific to that site. These materials inspire the creation of new works that reflect history’s essence through a contemporary lens. The project emphasizes creative freedom. Artists are encouraged to collaborate with local communities, historians, and educators to deepen their understanding of each site’s historical and cultural context. They may conduct interviews, lead workshops, or organize community events that enrich their perspectives and inform their creative process. Participants are free to choose their medium — from painting and sculpture to installations, performance, or other forms of contemporary art. Their challenge is to translate historical narratives into powerful artistic expressions that resonate with today’s audiences.

The culmination of the project will be a traveling exhibition, weaving together diverse perspectives into a cohesive, cross-border artistic narrative. This exhibition will be presented at various locations across Europe. The Art of Remembrance not only fosters dialogue between past and present but also promotes lasting collaboration among artists, historians, and cultural institutions.

Additional information is available on the project website: Art of Remembrance.