THINK TANGER
Hicham Bouzid
Thursday, January 30, 2025
Reception at Welcome Center: 6:00 pm
Public lecture: 6:30 pm
Event link: Here
Website: Think Tanger
Hicham Bouzid is a creative director, editor, and curator based in Tangier, Morocco.
With over 13 years of experience collaborating with cultural institutions and
foundations worldwide, his work delves into the intricate interplay of Morocco’s urban
and social landscapes influenced by neoliberal policies over the past quarter-century.
In 2016, Hicham co-founded Think Tanger, an innovative cultural organization
working at the intersection of contemporary art, design, participatory research, and
urban fields. Under the umbrella of Think Tanger, he manages three spaces: Tanger
Print Club (a printing studio), an art residency, and the Kiosk a new art venue
recently inaugurated in his hometown. Alongside these endeavors, he has also
started Makan, a yearly journal focusing on culture and space.
Bouzid’s expertise has led him to serve as a jury member for esteemed
organizations such as the Arab Funds for Arts and Culture in Beirut and the Swiss
Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. He has actively participated in fairs and
seminars with renowned international institutions including Tamayo Museo in Mexico
City, Mucem in Marseille, Les Ateliers Luma in Arles, Paris International in Paris, and
Focal Point of Sharjah Art Foundation in Sharjah.
Currently serving as a mentor for the Building Beyond program of The Prince Claus
Fund Netherlands and Stimerings funds and sitting on the boards of Le18 art space
in Marrakech of “The Mothership,” an artist project led by Yto Barrada.
Discounted parking available in Founder’s Court lot, $6 flat fee, credit card required.
Free and open to the public.