The 50th anniversary celebration of the Museu d’Art Modern de la Diputació de Tarragona (MAMT) invited the public to enjoy art through a grand and visually striking event. Under the theme ‘Mirem, i alguna cosa passa’ (Look, and something happens), attendees experienced artistic interventions, live music, dance, projections, and participatory actions reflecting the museum's past, present, and future.
The event featured notable figures including Sònia Hernández, the Culture Minister of the Generalitat of Catalonia, and Noemí Llauradó, the President of the Diputació de Tarragona, along with various local artists and cultural representatives from the Camp de Tarragona region, the Terres de l’Ebre, and Baix Penedès.
The artistic direction of the celebration was led by Judith Pujol, a stage creator and cultural manager, with contributions from around twenty artists connected to Tarragona, including Lluc Queralt, Alba G. Corral, and the dance company La Im.perfecta.
“We must celebrate the trajectory of the Museu d’Art Modern de la Diputació de Tarragona, which is so relevant for the region and the country, and the fact that we have reached this point with renewed enthusiasm to continue moving forward,” said Llauradó.
Hernández added, “We celebrate 50 years of an essential institution of Catalan culture, demonstrating how cultural facilities can contribute for decades to preserving, studying, and disseminating our artistic heritage. We do this while looking to the future.”
The festivities began inside the museum with a welcoming piece by Alba G. Corral, followed by an exhibition by Lluc Queralt based on the MAMT’s photographic archive. The celebration extended outdoors along various streets and squares, culminating at the Palau de la Diputació, which is expected to host the museum in the future.
During the journey, reinterpretations of pieces from the permanent collection were showcased, including works inspired by ‘l’Astrònom’ by Saumells and ‘Monument als Herois’ by Julio Antonio. Once at the Palau, attendees were greeted by ‘Balisa mòbil’ by Josep Poblet, featuring suspended lights that guide and signal direction, symbolising the connection between the museum's past and future.
The event also included musical performances by Terrae and Meli Perea, who incorporated Afro-Colombian roots, rap, and electronic music. Additionally, David del Campo created a large collection of chocolates inspired by Joan Miró’s ‘El Tapís de Tarragona’, transforming it into a shareable artwork.
The celebration concluded with a series of projections on the façade of the Palau, enhancing the festive atmosphere and drawing numerous attendees to the various scheduled activities.
