The weekend is rolling by again and you’re probably wondering what to spend your downtime doing. Well, wonder no more, because we have curated this short list of things to do in Lagos this weekend if you’re into art and culture.
Places to go this weekend if you art
1. Material Times at Rele Gallery
If you’re looking to reconnect with the spirit of past ages, head on to Rele Gallery starting on Sunday, 21st July 2019, for the Material Times art show. The show will feature sculptures of bronze, wood, ceramics and metals from the pre-colonial era of Africa. This art show will definitely be one for the books.
2. Talk Your Own at The African Artists Foundation
This one is for those that are not only lovers but also creators of art. The African Arts Foundation (AAF) will be having their monthly open mic on Saturday, 20th July 2019. It will be an evening of poetry, music, dance, spoken word and comedy. It’s a great opportunity to pour out your love, your joy and your pain in a safe space.
3. Bogobiri House
Bogobiri House is a boutique hotel furnished with a wide variety of African art. It is famous for showcasing beautiful art and serving amazing food. That’s not all… Every Thursdays, Bogobiri House hosts open mics for storytellers, poets and spoken word artists. If you’re in the mood to share your art with the world, you better hurry!
4. Omenka Gallery
Omenka gallery is an establishment with a finely-curated collection of art pieces. The gallery features beautiful art by established and emerging contemporary artists, and you can spend your free time browsing through them to increase your culture points.
5. Or just lounge at Angels and Muse
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If all these do not appeal to you, you could just take up a brief residency at Angels and Muse. Angels and Muse has two ensuite bedrooms, a kitchenette and a lounge. The artsy vibe will serve as an inspiration to draw out your creative side and provide a serene environment for introspection and relaxation.
We hope you found this list of places to go this weekend helpful. Check out this article on ROK Studio’s acquisition by a foreign TV company. Have a beautiful and inspiring weekend!