The highly anticipated 9th edition of ART X Lagos, West Africa’s premier international art fair, has announced its thought-provoking theme for 2024—“Promised Lands”. Running from October 31 to November 3, 2024, the fair will examine two critical questions: Where do we go, as Nigerians and Africans? And how do we hope to get there?
The theme invites exploration of real and imagined landscapes, offering a platform to reflect on how Africa can advance socially, politically, economically, and artistically. Through the lens of “Promised Lands”, ART X Lagos aims to challenge and inspire both local and global audiences to envision the future of the continent through art.
This year’s edition will bring together renowned galleries, with an impressive lineup that includes:
- Affinity Art Gallery
- Afriart Gallery
- Alexis Galleries
- Galerie MAM
- Gallery 1957
- Kanbi Projects
- Kó
- Nike Art Gallery
- O’DA Art Gallery
- Tiwani Contemporary
Since its founding in 2016, ART X Lagos has evolved into a global destination, attracting artists, collectors, and galleries from over 70 countries. With participation from individuals representing 170 nations, the fair has significantly expanded Lagos’ cultural influence on the world stage, making it a pivotal event for the African and international art communities.
The 2024 edition promises to offer more than just exhibitions, featuring curatorial projects, thought-provoking experiences, and storytelling that reimagine possible futures for Africa. Held at The Federal Palace in Lagos, this dynamic cultural platform will once again celebrate contemporary African art while fostering dialogue about the continent’s future through a creative and forward-thinking lens.
As the art world turns its focus to Lagos, the 9th edition of ART X Lagos will undoubtedly play a crucial role in inspiring new perspectives on what the future holds for Africa.
