Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art unveiled its newest permanent exhibition on Thursday night, titled “Horizon(s) en Mouvement: Cent ans de quêtes artistiques au Maroc 1920–2020.”
The launch took place as part of the 4th annual “Nuit des musées et des espaces culturels,” a nationwide celebration of cultural heritage led by the Fondation Nationale des Musées (FNM).
Showcasing over 100 years of artistic experimentation, the exhibition traces the evolution of Moroccan visual art through six thematic chapters.
Drawing from the FNM’s own collections, it includes notable works by renowned and emerging artists who shaped (and continue to reshape) the country’s artistic and intellectual landscape.
Organized in partnership with the FNM, the exhibition is described as an “immersive scenography” that highlights key moments in Moroccan artistic history.
From the early stirrings of modernity to the tensions between tradition and innovation, each section invites visitors to explore themes such as abstraction, geometry, cross-cultural dialogue, and the powerful influence of the lettrist movement.
Beyond offering a historic overview, the exhibition also reflects a broader mission – to make art accessible to the public and to reconnect younger generations with their cultural roots.
In line with this objective, the opening night also saw the signing of a three-way partnership agreement between the FNM, the Ministry of National Education, Preschool and Sports, and the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation.
This collaboration aims to bridge the gap between culture and education by allowing free access for teachers, students, and researchers, and by developing educational programs centered on art history and heritage.
As part of the broader programming of “La Nuit des musées,” cultural spaces across the country hosted exhibitions, workshops, guided tours, performances, and film screenings—many of them enhanced by free public Wi-Fi to enrich the visitor experience.
