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MYTHICAL MONTE-CARLO: 150 YEARS IN THE MAKING: AN EXHIBITION
PRESENTED BY MONACO’S CONSULATE GENERAL & TOURIST OFFICE IN NEW YORK
New York, NY, June 17, 2013—To celebrate the fabled history of Monte-Carlo, the Consulate General of Monaco and the Monaco Government Tourist Office in New York present Mythical Monte-Carlo: 150 Years in the Making, an exhibition showcasing the remarkable architecture of this captivating Principality on the Mediterranean, as seen through the lens of award-winning documentary photographer Gabriele Basilico (1944-2013). Mythical Monte-Carlo will be on view at the French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) Gallery in New York from June 20 through August 23. (www.MonacoTakesNewYork.com)
The exhibition features a selection of works from MONACOPOLIS: Architecture, Urbanism and Urbanization in Monaco, Realizations and Projects – 1858-2012 from the Nouveau Musée National of Monaco (NMNM), curated by Nathalie Giordano-Rosticher, Curator in Chief at the NMNM. As a complement to this exhibition, a special screening of the docudrama, Monte-Carlo, Birth of a Legend will take place at the FIAF screening room on Wednesday, June 19 at 8pm. Written by Kate Krasuski and directed by François Freynet, it recounts the fascinating, behind-the-scenes story of Monte-Carlo’s creation.
“The ties between Monaco, France, and the USA are deep and binding, so it is quite fitting—and we are delighted—that Monaco’s Consulate and Tourist office in New York are collaborating with FIAF to celebrate 150 years of Monte-Carlo style,” said Maguy Maccario Doyle, consul general and director of the Monaco Government Tourist Office (North America).
“It is a true pleasure for us to partner with Monte-Carlo SBM Hotels & Casinos - who mark their 150th anniversary this year - and the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco, to welcome visitors to this exhibition by award-winning photographer, Gabriele Basilico, which showcases the eclectic architecture of our Principality on the Mediterranean Sea.”
"Monte-Carlo SBM Hotels & Casinos is deeply honored to be 'feted' by our collaborative tourism partners as part of this exciting exhibition that celebrates our company's 1863 roots in Monaco and the birth of the luxurious seaside retreat which so many aspire to experience again and again," said Cathleen Kelley, Director, Monte-Carlo SBM Hotels & Casinos, New York.
Gabriele Basilico: Mythical Monte-Carlo: 150 Years in the Making
Thursday, June 20—Friday, August 23, FIAF Gallery
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