TRANSFORM: Reduce, Revive, Reimagine
TRANSFORM: Reduce, Revive, Reimagine will be a public art series uniting sustainable art and cutting-edge technology. Renowned Lisbon street artist Bordalo II will showcase an awe-inspiring, newly commissioned sculpture alongside the region’s innovative technologies in robotics, marine research and exploration, and wind energy, exploring the intricate balance between artistic expression and environmental consciousness. Through public art exhibitions and free programming, TRANSFORM: Reduce, Revive, Reimagine will immerse audience members in a world where discarded materials find new life as captivating installations and sustainable practices pave the way for a more innovative future.
Save the date for our opening event, June 14th, 2024.
ABOUT THE EXHIBITIONS
PLASTIC ROOSTER by BORDALO II
A colorful newly commissioned animal sculpture called Plastic Rooster will be on display in the heart of downtown New Bedford created by Lisbon-based artist and environmentalist, Bordalo II. Measuring approximately 12 feet long, 9 feet wide and 15 feet tall, the artwork will be created out of collected repurposed waste materials.
Plastic Rooster by Bordalo II will be on view outside, free and open to the public on the green space of the New Bedford YMCA at Union Street and North 2nd Street on June 14th, 2024.
The Art of Technology: Exploring Transformative Innovations of the SouthCoast
This photo exhibition will present the latest regional innovations that are positioning the SouthCoast as a leader in sustainable energy and creating a more dynamic and connected community. New Bedford’s rich history as a fishing hub is now coupled with new technology applications in the industry, improving both efficiency and sustainability.
The Art of Tech photo exhibition will be on view at Tonnessen Park and entrance of Seastreak Ferry building in downtown New Bedford with and extended online portion of this exhibition viewable on June 14th, 2024.
Thank you to all of DATMA’s 2024 partners and collaborating organizations: AHA! New Bedford, Buzzards Bay Coalition, New Bedford YMCA, New Bedford Free Public Library, Casa da Saudade Library, Mass Audubon, New Bedford Symphony Orchestra, Vineyard Wind, New Bedford Research and Robotics, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute, Our Sisters’ School, Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School, New Bedford Food Tours, NB Whaling National Historical Park, New Bedford Department of Public Infrastructure, Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District, City of New Bedford, New Bedford Creative, and the Seaport Art Walk.
Per our mission, every DATMA exhibition & event is free and open to the public. A special thanks to our dedicated supporters who make it possible for DATMA to keep programming completely accessible to all. Stay tuned and check out the season’s events.
MEDIA INQUIRIES
For media inquiries, please contact: Edwina A. Kluender, KLÜNDER Communications [email protected] & PH 1.617.888.5859. Here is our downloadable press release: DATMA TRANSFORM 2024-2025. You may also view the Press Release Announcement from our news page HERE.