Article date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Humanity’s Oldest known Cave Art has been discovered in Sulawesi

When we think of the world’s oldest art, Europe usually comes to mind, with famous cave paintings in France and Spain often seen as evidence this was the birthplace of symbolic human culture. But new evidence from Indonesia dramatically reshapes this picture.

Article date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Sally Tallant appointed Director of the Hayward Gallery

The Southbank Centre announced that Sally Tallant has been appointed Director of the Hayward Gallery and Visual Arts.

Article date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
UK Government announces Bumper £1.5 Billion Package to restore National Pride

£1.5 billion will be invested in cultural organisations over a five-year period – turning the corner on underfunding over the last decade and more.

Article date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Lucia Pietroiusti appointed Curator of the Sixth Edition of the Autostrada Biennale in Prizren, Kosovo

Autostrada Biennale in Prizren, Kosovo, announced the appointment of Lucia Pietroiusti as the curator of its sixth edition.

Article date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Syria announces Artist, Curator and Concept for the 61st La Biennale di Venezia

Sara Shamma will represent Syria at the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia (9 May – 22 November 2026). 

Article date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Pulitzer Arts Foundation celebrates 25th Anniversary with Exhibition

This year, the Pulitzer Arts Foundation celebrates its 25th anniversary by presenting an exhibition organized by its founder and chair, Emily Rauh Pulitzer.

Article date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
2,000-Year-Old Building designed by Father of Architecture discovered in Italy

Archaeologists have discovered a more than 2,000-year-old public building in Italy that is believed to have been designed by Vitruvius, a Roman architect and engineer considered the father of architecture.

Article date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Joe Hill appointed as Yorkshire Sculpture Park's New Director

Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) has announced the appointment of Joe Hill as its new Director and Chief Executive, assuming full responsibility from 14 April.

Article date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Finland presents Aeolian Suite by Jenna Sutela at the 61st La Biennale di Venezia

Marking the 70th anniversary of the Pavilion of Finland, commissioner Frame Contemporary Art Finland will present Aeolian Suite by artist Jenna Sutela at the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia.

Article date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Common Ground: Belgium's Most Anticipated Exhibition of Emerging Artists in 2026

In an era where visibility is often mistaken for value, Common Ground (Kortrijk), asserts that the most vital artistic truths often reside in the quiet.

Article date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Lanza Atelier selected for the Serpentine Pavilion 2026

Serpentine announced that the Mexican architecture studio LANZA atelier, founded by Isabel Abascal and Alessandro Arienzo, has been selected to design the 2026 Pavilion.

Article date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Ancient Love Notes and Sketches found on Old Pompeii Wall

Love notes, gladiator sketches and personal insults have surfaced on a long-studied wall in Pompeii, shedding new light on daily life in the ancient Roman city.