This special edition of the White Night, tinged with yellow in reference to the Vatican colors, will allow pilgrims and citizens to enjoy Madrid's cultural and artistic heritage during unusual hours. The initiative, which originated in Paris in 2002 and arrived in Madrid in 2006, maintains its principles of free access, avant-garde, citizenship, and sustainability.
Participating institutions include national museums such as the Museo del Prado, the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, and the Galería de las Colecciones Reales, as well as private centers like the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza and CaixaForum Madrid. Local spaces such as the Museo de Historia de Madrid and the Templo de Debod are also joining.
In addition to museum openings, some architecturally and historically significant churches in Madrid will open their doors. The Escuela Superior de Música Reina Sofía will offer a concert, and the Teatros del Canal will host the event No la debemos dormir, with a special program for young people including concerts, Spanish dance performances, and DJ sessions.
The White Night (and Yellow) will allow all those who wish to access and enjoy both permanent collections and temporary exhibitions.
The formalization of this initiative took place at a meeting in the archiepiscopal residence in Madrid, with the participation of Cardinal Cobo and representatives of cultural entities and the organization of the papal visit.
