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Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MMVI Rabat) Arts | Culture | History

110 Years, 110 Works. Société Générale Collection

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Original Exhibition Title: 110 ans, 110 oeuvres. Collection Société Générale
Morocco Rabat 2024 8 French
Art Collecting HistoryCommunity-based ArtContemporary ArtCultural MemoryCultural ResilienceIntercultural relationsMuseum EngagementNational IdentityParticipation

In a nutshell

An exclusive visit with Abdelaziz El Idrissi, director of the Musée Mohammed VI d’art moderne et contemporain, marks the 110th anniversary of Société Générale Maroc. This event showcases a fruitful partnership between the bank and the Fondation Nationale des Musées (FNM), celebrating cultural patronage and the bank’s commitment to art and the promotion of culture. Sharing a common vision, the two institutions unite to promote and disseminate Moroccan creativity while valorizing national cultural heritage.

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Step into an exclusive moment that underscores the profound commitment of key institutions to the arts. This visit offers an illuminating look at the significant alliance forged between Société Générale Maroc and the FNM. Discover how their shared vision translates into actively championing Moroccan creative expression and preserving the nation’s rich cultural heritage. It’s an insight into a fruitful synergy that highlights the enduring power of strategic partnerships in fostering culture and celebrating identity, demonstrating a clear dedication to cultural patronage and the advancement of art.

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Abdelaziz El Idrissi

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Abdelaziz El Idrissi is a prominent Moroccan art historian, curator, and cultural leader. He currently serves as the Director of the Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rabat, the first national institution in Morocco devoted entirely to modern and contemporary art.
With a background as curator of the Kasbah Museum in Tangier and a long-standing commitment to cultural preservation and artistic innovation, El Idrissi has been instrumental in shaping the museum landscape in Morocco.

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