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Liverpool Biennial launches programme for the 11th edition in spring 2021
Haroon Mirza, Digital Switchover, 2012. Installation view at Kunst Halle Sankt Gallen. Photo: Gunnar Meier.
LIVERPOOL
.-Liverpool Biennial launched the programme for the 11th Edition happening in spring 2021, running from 20 March 6 June, with previews held on 18 and 19 March.
This inspiring programme of commissioned exhibitions, screenings, sculpture and sound will unfold over 12 weeks, showcasing and celebrating the citys most iconic buildings and architecture. New venues announced include the historic Lewiss Building which will host 16 works. The Grade II listed former department store is well-loved by Liverpools residents and after 10 years of closure, the site will be reopened for LB2021, with two floors dedicated to a wide array of multi-disciplinary art works, including many new commissions.