The 47th edition of the Battle of Flowers, an event being held in Ventimiglia town from May 31 to July 24, marries solidarity this year to build a better world and remember the rights of children. And 'the objective of the organizers Ventimiglia around the message that "Every Pigotta adopted is a life saved" have built some significant events.
Saturday 13, the exhibition space of the railway station of Ventimiglia - former French customs corridor - will open the international exhibition "The Unicef \u200b\u200bPigotta view from the artists, thanks to the hospitality of Centostazioni (FS Group), a company engaged in the redevelopment, enhancement and management of 103 Italian stations including Ventimiglia. The inauguration in the presence of institutions is scheduled at 17 cut the ribbon at the station.
During the ceremony will insert a DVD preview of the works created through the re-examination of Pigott, famous rag doll symbol of UNICEF in Italy. The creations, which can be purchased for charity, were made by 80 artists who have lent their works for free, responding enthusiastically to the call joint UNICEF - Imperia Committee, chaired by Colombia and pull Ente Battle of Flowers. It is renowned painters of western Liguria and foreign, as well as photographers, musicians and personalities to the public, including the Tricolour Arrows Aerobatic Team, which has signed two Pigott, suitably designed. Very touching participation chicks Bordighera Football.
any transaction entered into will offer visitors moments of reflection and remember the importance of art in conveying the message of solidarity. Some projects are aimed, in particular, families and women because, as Ann Veneman, UNICEF Director-General, "when it strengthens the role of women so that they can lead a full and productive lives, children and families prosper. "
The works will be collected in a special catalog that will be distributed to the guests.
Opening Hours: 10 -12 and 16 - 18.30.
