The Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao is world-famous. The building itself is a work of art, a mess of geometric titanium shapes that resemble either a ship or a flower, depending how you look at it. I spend a lot of time just walking around the plaza near the museum and enjoying the Puppy (Jeff Koons), Maman (Louise Bourgeois), and the riverfront.
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| Guggenheim Riverfront |
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| From the terrace |
It also houses an impressive collection of modern art, sure to sate any enthusiast's appetite. The space is impressive, with high ceilings and cavernous galleries that boast artists from all over the globe.
However, my favorite part of the Guggenheim happens once a month on Friday night.
It's called Art After Dark. Even the name sounds cool. Because it is.
On these Fridays, The Guggenheim is turned into a disco, with drinks, dancing, and world-famous DJs. For only 12 euros, you can take part in this posh event. You can browse the exhibits, relax on the terrace, explore the catwalks, and of course, dance the night away.
The event takes place from 10-1 (early by Spanish standards), but don't fret if you want to keep the party going, admission to Fever, a popular disco, is included with your ticket.
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| The atrium |
What struck me most was the diversity of the people attending. I heard English, Spanish, French, Basque, and many other languages floating around the atrium. People from ages 18-60 were there, along with hippies, hipsters, Erasmus students, punk rockers, and tourists. As classy as it was, it would be difficult to feel out of place.
If you are planning a trip to Bilbao, I highly recommend scheduling your trip around Art After Dark. It's a different, cooler side of the Guggenheim (if that's even possible) that anyone can appreciate.
Originally published 11.28.11
Originally published 11.28.11
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