A variety of art exhibitions and events are being held in Nara in Autumn 2010 as part of the celebrations of the founding of the capital in Nara 1300 years ago. The project is called: ‘Nara Art Prom 2010’ (NAP).

The Great Nara Basin Frontier’ is the first project title and refers to the meeting of the old traditions of Nara with art of the present day. Creative energies stored up over the years in the Nara Basin will be released into the city this October, flooding it with contemporary art.

Visitors lost for a while in a city seeped in the nostalgia of 1300 years of history will in their wanderings come across a variety of contemporary art exhibits. The Nara Basin will be a crossroads of past and future; visitors will experience both the depth of its history and up to date art.

The Purpose of the Project
By using art to explore the long history of Nara, we aim to provide opportunities for artists and art critics to discover new values for the next generation.

* The text provided by Nara Art Prom 2010’ Executive Committee

Opened dates: 2nd October (Sat) – 11th October　(Mon.Public Holiday) 2010
Venues: 40-50 Public and privately owned spaces and facilities in Nara City
Official website: http://nara-art-prom.com