Dark dreams and hope intertwine in Ciro Palomino’s exhibition “Morpheus: Nightmares and Awakenings” at Centro Cultural Correios RJ.
The show explores humanity’s darkest conflicts—war, self-destruction, and environmental crisis—through the lens of the mythical god Morpheus. Curated by Carlos Bertão with exhibition design by Alê Teixeira and support from the Consulate General of Peru in Rio de Janeiro, it explores the tension between fear and rebirth.
“We live in strange and tumultuous worlds, filled with fears and prayers, forgiveness and guilt; a world longing to awaken.” — Ciro Palomino
Born in Peru and educated at the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru, Palomino is a UN consultant and award-winning artist recognized for his socially engaged works. Since 2016, after receiving a UN award, he has led the Consciousness Project, shown in cities like New York, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Seoul.
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Exhibition: “Morpheus: Nightmares and Awakenings”
Artist: Ciro Palomino
Curator: Carlos Bertão
Exhibition design: Alê Teixeira
Opening: March 25, 2026
Dates: March 25 – May 9, 2026
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Venue: Centro Cultural Correios Rio de Janeiro — Rua Visconde de Itaboraí, 20 — Downtown
Support: Consulate General of Peru in Rio de Janeiro
Free admission. All ages welcome.
Photo: Courtesy
