The multilateral partnerships involved in what is a historic restoration of the Canada Pavilion in Venice perfectly reflect the Biennale Architettura 2018 theme of FREESPACE, described by La Biennale di Venezia as ?a generosity of spirit at the heart of architecture?s agenda.?
The project, led by the National Gallery of Canada, was made possible through the exceptional support of La Biennale di Venezia,the Venice Superintendent for Architectural Heritage, the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada and Global Affairs Canada, especially through the Canadian Embassy in Rome. Funding for the $3M restoration and the exhibition about the history of the Pavilion was provided by the Gallery?s Distinguished Patron, Reesa Greenberg.
?The restoration of the Canada Pavilion has been a project spanning many years and two countries, involving the dedication of key individuals from governmental, architectural, and cultural organizations in both Italy and Canada,? said Karen Colby-Stothart, Chief Executive Officer of the National Gallery of Canada Foundation. ?None of it would have been possible without the financial and moral support of our Distinguished Patron, Reesa Greenberg, who was a visionary force in writing this next chapter of the Pavilion?s history.? Canadian Pavilion 1957 or 1958, in the Giardini di Castello, Venice. Photo: NGC
The renewed Canada Pavilion will be officially unveiled on May 26, 2018 at the 16th International Architecture Exhibition ? La Biennale di Venezia. To ...