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Columbian Artist Beatriz González dies at 93
Article date: Saturday, January 10, 2026

Columbian Artist Beatriz González dies at 93

The Colombian artist Beatriz González passed away yesterday at the age of 93 after an illness in her hometown of Bogotá. Her family announced her death.


Historically Significant 18th Century Sculpture at Risk of leaving the UK
Article date: Saturday, January 10, 2026

Historically Significant 18th Century Sculpture at Risk of leaving the UK

A temporary export bar has been placed on a historically significant 18th century bust of John Gordon of Invergordon by Edmé Bouchardon.


Ukrainian Artists Lana Chornohorska and Yurii Kostyshyn killed in Action
Article date: Saturday, January 10, 2026

Ukrainian Artists Lana Chornohorska and Yurii Kostyshyn killed in Action

Lana "Sati" Chornohorskа and Yurii Kostyshyn were both killed in action on the Ukrianian front.


Egypt recovers 7 Artifacts from the US
Article date: Friday, January 9, 2026

Egypt recovers 7 Artifacts from the US

Egyptian authorities recovered seven artifacts from the US, as a result of joint efforts from the Egyptian Embassy in Washington, DC, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.


David Bowie’s Childhood Home will open to the Public After Restoration
Article date: Friday, January 9, 2026

David Bowie’s Childhood Home will open to the Public After Restoration

The house at 4 Plaistow Grove, Bromley, where Bowie lived from the age of eight to 20, has been acquired by Heritage of London Trust.


Leonardo Da Vinci's Art carries a Biological Record of its History, Study shows
Article date: Friday, January 9, 2026

Leonardo Da Vinci's Art carries a Biological Record of its History, Study shows

Surface DNA from artworks reveals biological patterns; Findings offer clues, not conclusions: Research continues on definitive genetic identification of Leonardo Da Vinci. Artworks emerge as biological archives, preserving traces of their human and environmental history.


Protesters topple General Soleimani's Statue in Iran
Article date: Friday, January 9, 2026

Protesters topple General Soleimani's Statue in Iran

Protests against Iran’s regime entered their 12th consecutive day, marked by violent clashes with security forces and a symbolic attack on a statue of former Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani.


Yorkshire Sculpture Park unveils 3 New Sculptures
Article date: Thursday, January 8, 2026

Yorkshire Sculpture Park unveils 3 New Sculptures

Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) has added three new outdoor sculptures by Vanessa da Silva, Auke de Vries and Damien Hirst.


The Diriyah Biennale Foundation announces Artists for the Contemporary Biennale 2026
Article date: Thursday, January 8, 2026

The Diriyah Biennale Foundation announces Artists for the Contemporary Biennale 2026

Over 65 artists representing more than 37 nations to participate in the third edition of Saudi Arabia’s contemporary art biennale.


White House sends Letter to Smithsonian to comply with Review to receive Federal Funding
Article date: Thursday, January 8, 2026

White House sends Letter to Smithsonian to comply with Review to receive Federal Funding

In a letter to Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch, the White House has threatened to pull funding from the Smithsonian amid a probe of the federally funded organization's programming, budgets, and forthcoming commemorations for the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.


Iron Age War Trumpet discovered in Norfolk, UK
Article date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Iron Age War Trumpet discovered in Norfolk, UK

The discovery includes a near-complete Iron Age battle trumpet or carnyx and parts of another.


Nederlands Fotomuseum to open on 7 February
Article date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Nederlands Fotomuseum to open on 7 February

On February 7, 2026, the Nederlands Fotomuseum, the National Museum of Photography, will open its doors in the recently renovated Santos warehouse, a national monument located on Rotterdam's Rijnhaven. 


A Major Rothko Exhibition opens at Palazzo Strozzi, Florence, in 2026
Article date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

A Major Rothko Exhibition opens at Palazzo Strozzi, Florence, in 2026

The exhibition, Rothko in Florence, is presented by Fondazione Palazzo Strozzi and curated by Christopher Rothko together with Elena Geuna. 


France to celebrate 200 Years of Photography in 2026-2027
Article date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026

France to celebrate 200 Years of Photography in 2026-2027

The French Ministry of Culture has announced plans to celebrate the bicentenary of photography over 2026-2027. 


Bruges St. Johns Hospital enters race for Top European Museum Honor
Article date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Bruges St. Johns Hospital enters race for Top European Museum Honor

The European Museum Forum announced the EMYA2026 nominees. Thirty-five museums are nominated by the EMYA Jury to take part in this year's edition.


Tefaf Director Dominique Savelkoul leaves after a Year
Article date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Tefaf Director Dominique Savelkoul leaves after a Year

According to TEFAF, the director and the board were not on the same page regarding the strategic direction to be pursued. 


Kochi-Muziris Biennale withdraws Tom Vattakkuzhy’s Painting after Protest
Article date: Monday, January 5, 2026

Kochi-Muziris Biennale withdraws Tom Vattakkuzhy’s Painting after Protest

Following allegations by Christian and Catholic groups that it hurt religious sentiments, a painting by Tom Vattakuzhy has been withdrawn from the exhibition ‘Edam’, a parallel event at the Kochi-Muziris Biennale.


A Venetian Palazzo painted by Monet is for sale
Article date: Monday, January 5, 2026

A Venetian Palazzo painted by Monet is for sale

Palazzo Dario is located on the most prestigious part of the Grand Canal stretching from the Accademia Bridge to the Salute Church and the Bacino di San Marco.


Oulu, Finland and Trenčín, Slovakia named European Capitals of Culture 2026
Article date: Monday, January 5, 2026

Oulu, Finland and Trenčín, Slovakia named European Capitals of Culture 2026

The cities of Oulu in Finland and Trenčín in Slovakia have been selected as European Capitals of Culture for 2026.


Louvre Staff vote to strike Again
Article date: Monday, January 5, 2026

Louvre Staff vote to strike Again

Louvre Museum staff in Paris on Monday voted for a strike this week over working conditions.