For the second time since 2005 the Nave of the Grand Palais opened its doors for the European Heritage Days.
Pushing down on the pedals in honour of the Tokohu tsunami victims in Japan © Collection Grand Palais, François Tomasi
The public discovered an original, participatory installation by artist Yann Toma and pedalled on hundreds of bicycles fitted with dynamos powering giant light bulbs. Each pedal stroke was counted and displayed on a giant screen, like so many messages of support sent to the Japanese people, victims of the Tokohu tsunami disaster. Dynamo Fukushima was a bonding experience, driven by creative energy, enjoyable, and accessible to adults and children alike. A poetic and fun way of raising awareness of sustainable development issues.
The event drew no fewer than 16,500 visitors.
The event was organised by Rmn-Grand Palais, under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture and Communication with the support of the Paris city council.
The event drew no fewer than 16,500 visitors.
The event was organised by Rmn-Grand Palais, under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture and Communication with the support of the Paris city council.
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