Fragmentos: Espacio de Arte y Memoria
Fragmentos: Espacio de Arte y Memoria', is a monumental work created in 2017 by Bogotá artist Doris Salcedo. This counter-monument invites reflection on the Colombian armed conflict, moving away from a traditional and epic vision of history. Its central design is a floor made from melted FARC-EP weapons, created with the participation of women who were victims of sexual violence. It symbolizes the transformation of pain into a space where the ruptures and deep wounds of the conflict are recognized, fostering a necessary dialogue about the extreme experiences lived by millions of Colombians.
More than a static monument, 'Fragmentos' is a living space for artistic creation that encourages collective dialogue. Its open and free structure hosts exhibitions, conferences, and workshops that invite reflection on the multiple memories of the conflict, promoting reconciliation through art. The work highlights emptiness and absence as central elements, recalling the irreparable impact of war and offering a setting to confront these realities from different perspectives.
Managed by the National Museum of Colombia, with the support of the Ministry of Culture, the Mayor's Office of Bogotá, and the National University, it is an essential place for understanding and historical memory. Its varied programming seeks to create a participatory space where the voices of victims and society intertwine, using art as a tool to build a more conscious and reconciled future.
On November 25, 2020, the 27th Colombian Architecture and Urbanism Biennial awarded the Carlos Arbeláez Camacho Prize in the Heritage Intervention category to Granada Garcés Arquitectos for the counter-monument Fragmentos, Espacio de Arte y Memoria.
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¿Cómo Llegar?
You can get there by TransMilenio. The Universidades station will leave you about a 10-minute walk from the place. From there, just walk north on Carrera 7a to Calle 6B. Another option is the Museo Nacional station, from where you must walk east on Avenida Calle 26 to Carrera 7a.On SITP, you can take a bus that goes along Carrera 7a or takes you close to the San Diego area. Some nearby routes that work are the T13 and 112A.You can also get there by private vehicle, taxi, or bicycle. There are nearby parking areas and safe routes for cyclists.
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Horarios:
Tuesday to Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Duración de la visita:
Free admission
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Valor de la entrada:
1 to 2 hours
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Recomendado para:
Pareja Solo Familias Grupo LGBTI
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Zona:
Centro
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Localidad:
Candelaria
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