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Ecuador’s New Museum Sparks National Backlash | Art News
Ecuador’s $100 million National Museum project is sparking outrage after its minimalist, corporate-looking design fails to reflect the country’s rich, diverse heritage. Critics argue it doesn’t “breathe Ecuador” and instead feels like a generic office building, prompting a viral petition with over 20,000 signatures. The backlash has already forced the lead architect and museum director to resign, and construction in Quito’s La Carolina Park is now on hold. With 1.4 million cultural artifacts currently scattered and unseen, supporters insist the nation needs a museum that truly honors its…
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