We are excited to invite you to the grand opening of the Broken Greenhouse – Embodied Climate Futures exhibition in the Botanical Garden at Lund University. The opening will take place on Thursday, the 22nd of May,  between 16.00–18.00, and continue through the entire weekend with various public programs. Please see the details below.

The vernissage marks the first public momentum of a long-term research project. This incredible endeavour was realised in collaboration with the organisation Guided by Nature, the Botanical Garden in Lund, and an interdisciplinary group of researchers. We are thankful for the inspiring and fruitful discussions, ideas, and knowledge shares that formed the project.

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The Project

Climate change is one of the greatest challenges facing humanity, and the understanding of its impact on our lives and the future of our planet has never been greater. But despite the increasing awareness, it is difficult to grasp what the future may actually look like. Through a large-scale art installation in the form of sculptural greenhouses, the project depicts five possible climate futures based on the UN’s climate scenarios for the year 2100, the so-called Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSP). This experiential exhibition aims to both inform and engage a broad audience on climate issues by bringing together art, science and social dialogue.

Grand Opening Program

22 May, Thursday
16.00-18.00 – The inauguration VIP opening with a welcome speech by the pro-rector at LTU

24 May, Saturday
11.00-16.00 In every hour, guided dialogue-building walks for all interested visitors
16.00-18.00 Open picnic at the reference point and group discussion with participants in the garden swings

25 May, Sunday
11.00-16.00 – In every hour, guided dialogue-building walks for all interested visitors

The exhibition is on view in Lund until the 20th of September and offers various programs during the entire summer. including guided tours and audio walks, where artists and researchers explore the implications of future climate scenarios. Interactive features, such as inviting visitors to write letters to their future selves, encourage reflection on personal responsibility and collective action.

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