Venice: restoration of Banksy’s “The Migrant Child” completed<\/p>\n
The conservation restoration of The Migrant Child, the mural recovered from the deteriorated fa\u00e7ade of Palazzo San Pantalon, has been completed. The restored work was unveiled at an event held at the Arsenale in Venice, attended by the president of Banca Ifis and several notable figures.<\/p>\n
On 8 and 9 May 2026 the artwork was transported by boat through the city’s canals, allowing residents and visitors to view it after restoration.<\/p>\n
Presentation site: Arsenale, Venice
\nWork: The Migrant Child (mural)
\nOrigin: removed from the fa\u00e7ade of Palazzo San Pantalon for conservation
\nVisibility dates on the canals: 8\u20139 May 2026
\nReinstallation: planned permanently at the original site once the building works are complete, expected by 2027
\nEstimated total investment: over \u20ac15 million (property acquisition, conservation and related events)<\/p>\n
The restoration is part of a broader initiative combining contemporary heritage protection with child rights advocacy. A national educational programme for lower secondary schools (2026\u20132027) was also announced, aiming to bring art and human rights topics into classrooms.<\/p>\n
Practical notes for visitors and cultural professionals:<\/p>\n
The public unveiling took place at the Arsenale; check local cultural institutions for related exhibitions or events.
\nFinal reinstallation will occur after restoration works on the palace conclude; timelines may be updated through 2027.
\nFor details on educational programmes and guided visits, contact the project organisers or local cultural authorities.<\/p>\n
Where it is<\/p>\n
Location: ARSENALE DI VENEZIA, 30122 Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italia<\/p>\n
Coordinates: 45.4359541, 12.3549234<\/p>\n