Limassol is poised to usher in a new era of public art with the official unveiling of a monumental mural dedicated to the legendary surrealist, Salvador Dalí. This event marks the official launch of the Open Museum project, a significant Pancypriot cultural and educational initiative designed to democratize art by integrating global heritage directly into the urban environment.
The Open Museum project, executed by principal artist @paparazzi and assistant artist @pest, extends a formal invitation to media representatives, cultural figures, and the public for the opening ceremony, titled "Hello, my name is… Salvador Dalí.”
The Art and the Vision
The mural, located on the wall of the Athinon parking lot, serves as a contemporary educational work, designed to inspire residents and visitors to engage with the history of art and the complex psychology of surrealism.
Concept: The work is a deep dive into Dalí’s “paranoid-critical method,” visually exploring the internal geometry of his mind and his lifelong fascination with science, including DNA, atomic physics, and the search for immortality.
Location & Dimensions: Athinon Parking (behind Anexartisias Main Street). The mural measures 15 meters by 8 meters.
Open Museum Mission: The project transforms Limassol into a living, accessible gallery, fulfilling the organization's mission to make high-quality art a permanent, interactive part of daily life for all generations.
Statement from the Organizing Team
The Open Museum team commented on the significance of this inaugural event:
"We are not merely unveiling a mural; we are initiating a dialogue between Dalí's genius and the cultural soul of Limassol. The 'Open Museum' project is founded on the belief that great art must be accessible. It belongs in the public sphere to provoke thought and inspire education. We invite every spectator to become an active participant in this surreal experiment as Dalí's 'Hypercube of Consciousness' takes its place on a Cypriot wall."
Grand Opening Ceremony Details
The launch will feature a curated program that blends high culture with interactive performance:
TimeEvent Focus17:00Guests & Press Reception. Launch of Dalí documentary footage. 17:30 Live Media Broadcast. Rock Radio live link begins. Start of interactive entertainment activities. 18:00 Official Unveiling. Presentation and unveiling ceremony. Includes a welcome address from City Hall representative Nadia Anaxagorou. 18:30 Artistic Performance. Dalí's Electronic Fusion musical performance, integrated with a light and sound show. Principal artist @paparazzi and assistant artist @pest will hold an autograph signing session and masterclass demonstration. 19:00 Closing. Event concludes.
Key Interactive Features for Guests:
The Ultimate Souvenir: The empty spray cans used to create the mural have been transformed into collectible, numbered, and certified art objects with a Salvador Dalí theme. Visitors have a unique opportunity to purchase these pieces of history.
● Customization Stations: Guests can create their own T-shirts or tote bags featuring art concepts.
● Live Custom Art Opportunity: Attendees wearing plain white shoes will be entered for a chance to have them custom-painted by the artists during the event.
Stay Connected: Three Calls to Surrealist Action
The Dalí mural is not just a painting? it's the gateway to a new reality. To permanently integrate the spirit of Surrealism into your daily life and stay connected with the Open Museum:
1. Open the Portal: Call Dalí (The Voice Interaction): This mural provides a portal for communication with the greatest surrealist of all time! Scan the QR code at the event, follow the link, and Call Dalí. Ask your question out loud and allow your reality to be wonderfully warped, just as we promised!
2. Subscribe for Inspiration (Instagram): Want to see how Dalí continues to create art in the 21st Century? Follow the official account to keep up with his news, work, and freshest surrealist ideas.
3. Learn About the Mission (Website): Visit our official website to get the full story on the 'Open Museum' project. Explore the history of this mural, view future plans, and see how we are making world-class art accessible to everyone.
Don’t forget to tag your photos using our official hashtags: #OpenMuseumDali and #SurrealLimassol.
About Open Museum
Open Museum is a Pancypriot initiative aimed at the democratization of art through the use of the urban environment as a canvas. The project seeks to seamlessly integrate global artistic heritage and contemporary concepts into everyday life, ensuring art is accessible, educational, and interactive for all generations.
