call for artists: nove - exhibition at milan cultural center
NOVE is a contemporary art collective exhibition co-presented by SPIRA9 ART and A4U, to be held at Centro Culturale di Milano, also known as Cultural Center in Milan (CMC), in Milan, Italy. As one of the most ambitious and largest group exhibitions at CMC in 2026, NOVE fosters dialogue around perception, structure, and cultural translation within contemporary artistic practice.
⭐️ SUBMISSION FORM: https://forms.gle/9Sph8ALdodrivwAM9
KEY DETAILS:
Exhibition Dates: May 2026
Physical Venue: Centro Culturale di Milano (CMC)**, Milan, Italy
Submission Deadlines:
**First-round deadline*: 9 March 2026, 23:59 GMT
Final deadline: 9 April 2026, 23:59 GMT
_*Please note: We strongly encourage early submissions, as space is limited and proposals are reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to provide individual feedback. Only selected artists will be contacted directly via email.
ABOUT CENTRO CULTURALE DI MILANO (CMC):
Founded in the 20th century, the Centro Culturale di Milano (CMC) is one of Italy’s most established cultural institutions, dedicated to fostering dialogue between art, thought, and public life. Located in the heart of Milan, CMC operates as an interdisciplinary cultural platform presenting contemporary exhibitions, research-based programmes, and public events.
Over the years, CMC has presented exhibitions featuring renowned figures in photography and contemporary art. Notably, the Centre hosted a major exhibition dedicated to the work of André Kertész, a master of modern photography whose work spans Europe and the Americas. In addition, CMC’s exhibition programme has included international collaborative projects such as Terra Senza Confini and Sinergie Multidimensionali, bringing together artists from diverse contexts in thematic group shows.
CMC has collaborated with artists, curators, and institutions from across the world, addressing social, cultural, and philosophical questions through contemporary artistic practices. With a strong emphasis on both critical inquiry and public engagement, CMC plays a significant role in connecting international contemporary art with the local and European cultural context.