Event − Art, Exhibition
The Island of Sand
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“The Island of Sand” unveils, through archaeology, a tragic story of slavery, survival and solidarity in the face of the dehumanizing colonial system.
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The Laténium’s new exhibition delves into the colonial era of slavery in the 18th century, recounting a harrowing story of abandonment and survival in the middle of the Indian Ocean. Against hunger, thirst, and the devastation of tropical cyclones, the strength of life, solidarity, and technical ingenuity resisted the dehumanization of the slave system.
“The Island of Sand” shows how archaeology restores a voice to the victims of the slave trade, where historical narratives remain silent.
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Opening hours
Opening hours
- From 4 Oct 2025 to 10 Jan 2027
- Tuesday - Sunday
- 10:00 - 17:00
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The Island of Sand
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