Labs Gallery, also known as LABS Contemporary Art, is one of Bologna’s most dynamic spaces dedicated to contemporary artistic research. Active since 2014, the gallery was conceived as a place where historic and contemporary languages meet, with a strong focus on experimentation and dialogue between generations. Its location on Via Santo Stefano adds a layer of historical resonance: the building dates back to the 13th century, when the Church of Santa Maria della Ceriola once stood on the site, a presence still visible in the architectural structureBologna Welcome+1. Exhibitions often highlight conceptual photography, material investigation, and cross‑disciplinary practices, reflecting the founders’ long‑standing passion for avant‑garde movements. With its thoughtful programming and deep connection to Bologna’s cultural fabric, Labs Gallery has become a key destination for visitors seeking a refined and research‑driven approach to contemporary art.
Bologna Italy
LABS Contemporary Art Gallery, known as Labs Gallery, is located at Via Santo Stefano 38, 40125 Bologna, nestled in the heart of the historic centre within a 13th-century building that once housed the Church of S. Maria della Ceriola. This prime position places it steps from the majestic Basilica of Santo Stefano and its cloisters, the medieval towers of Bologna, Piazza Santo Stefano with its lively cafés, and the bustling shopping street of Via Santo Stefano, all under the city's iconic porticoes leading toward Piazza Maggiore.
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