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La Jove Plàstica at Casal Solleric: The Renewal of the Arts in Mallorca

January 17, 2026January 27, 2026

A striking, energetic moment in Mallorca’s art history is on view right now at Casal Solleric in Palma. „The Gratuitousness Is an Aggression“ invites you into a vivid narrative of artistic reinvention. More than 130 works trace the daring visual explorations of La Jove Plàstica, a generation that reshaped the island’s creative identity in the late 20th century. From bold conceptual pieces to expressive experimentation, this exhibition pulses with the drive to break conventions. The show offers…

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Nit de l’Art 2025: Palma’s Brightest Night

September 20, 2025September 20, 2025

It’s that night again. The old town of Palma turns into an open-air gallery and the city hums with creative energy. Nit de l’Art 2025 is the unmissable highlight of the local art calendar. From early evening until late tonight, galleries swing open their doors, museums come alive with new exhibitions, and streets fill with a buzzing mix of art lovers and curious wanderers. Families with kids, old friends catching up, first dates, long-time collectors, and the art-curious. Everyone’s out…

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Jaume Plensa in Palma: Mirall

November 10, 2024November 10, 2024

The former maritime trade exchange is a monument in itself. Today, La Lonja also regularly houses extraordinary exhibitions. The recent highlight is an exhibition by Jaume Plensa in Palma called Mirall. Showing two stainless steel sculptures…

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Museums in Palma: Discover Mallorca

March 29, 2024October 3, 2025

A typical rookie mistake is to visit Palma on a rainy day. When the city is completely overcrowded you may easily overlook the beauty of the old town. And all the fantastic museums in Palma. It is not only the broad range of great exhibitions…

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Casal Solleric: Discover Contemporary Art

December 9, 2023December 9, 2023

„Connecting“ is the title of a current exhibition at Casal Solleric. It could as well be the motto of this extraordinary house of contemporary art. The museum is located in one of the most beautiful buildings on magnificent boulevard Es Born…

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Casa Planas: Images of Mallorca

November 18, 2023November 19, 2023

Imagine a dream destination. The turquoise sea under a cloudless sky. Happy people, deeply tanned on the white sandy beach. A colorful parasol draped at the edge of the frame. With his picture postcards, Josep Planas i Montanyà shaped the…

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Nit de l’Art 2023: Contemporary Art Night

September 23, 2023October 17, 2023

Tonight, the narrow streets of the old town are buzzing with art lovers. It’s Nit de l’Art 2023 in Palma. Galleries and museums open the doors and invite the public to their latest exhibitions of contemporary art. The annual event attracts an…

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Walk of the town: Art Palma Brunch 2021

March 20, 2021March 18, 2023

The Art Palma Brunch has long been a fixed date in Mallorca’s cultural calendar. Last year however, Europe was completely locked down. That’s why friends of contemporary art were particularly looking forward to the art show this spring. And…