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Fine Arts Exhibition
Rising artist

Floating Together

Aug 7 – Sep 21

At Southbank Centre

Belvedere Rd, SE1 8XX

Best viewed after dark for full glow effect
Patterns drawn by children from Gaza, Ukraine, and Greece
All ages welcome, under-12s need an adult

Giant illuminated floats light up the Thames at night, celebrating refugee journeys and solidarity. Artist Malak Mattar designed this bold installation with young people from Gaza, Ukraine, and Greece, weaving their drawings of family, flowers, and dreams into a message of welcome and courage.

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  • Free public art
  • Family-friendly
  • Riverside installation
  • Nighttime light display
  • Southbank Centre
  • Belvedere Rd, SE1 8XX

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