Ocean Space
Ocean Space is a global centre for “catalyzing ocean literacy, research, and advocacy through the arts” – sorely needed since the world’s oceans and their ecosystems are increasingly under threat, and a fitting cause to champion in water-bound Venice. The centre is located in an old church, San Lorenzo, which was closed to the public for nearly a century but has now undergone conservation and renewal. It’s run by TBA21 Academy, a non-profit founded by Swiss art collector Francesca Thyssen-Bornemisza. Expect informative, beautiful installations that may well change how you look at the environment.