On April 15, at the San Juan Museum, and for the first time in this venue, the Universidad Europea del Atlántico (European University of the Atlantic, UNEATLANTICO) and the Cultural Work of FUNIBER, in collaboration with the International Ibero-American University of Puerto Rico (UNIB) and the City of San Juan, inaugurated two important exhibitions of the renowned artist Joan Miró: “El Cántico del Sol” and “Maravillas Acrósticas”.
The opening ceremony was attended by leading figures from academia, culture and diplomacy, including the UNIB rector, Dr. Carol Morales; the director of the Museum of Art, Dr. Luis Pérez; the director of Art and Culture, Mr. Victor Rivera; the mayor of San Juan, Miguel A. Romero Lugo; the first lady of the municipality of San Juan, Maritere González; and the consul of Spain, Josep María Bosch Bessa, among other special guests.Jqw2P95kMq
The exhibition, open to the public from 16 April to mid-July 2026, presents a total of 52 works that reflect different creative phases of the artist’s career. The first series, “Las maravillas con variaciones acrósticas en el jardín de Miró”, is a collection of lithographs published in 1975 along with texts by writer Rafael Alberti. These works evoke a poetic world inspired by nature and the artist’s personal life. For its part, “Canticle of the Sun” consists of 32 color and aguatinta engravings, created in the mid-1970s and inspired by the famous poem of Francis of Assisi, which offer a visual interpretation rich in symbolism and spirituality.
This exhibition offers an extraordinary opportunity to introduce our community to the work of an internationally renowned artist such as Joan Miró. In San Juan, we remain committed to culture as the cornerstone of our city, creating spaces where art, education and cultural experiences are accessible to all,’ said Romero Lugo.
The opening was characterized by a lively and welcoming atmosphere, attended by members of various cultural communities and people of all ages. The evening featured musical performances that enriched the experience, fostering cultural exchange and appreciation for the arts.
Through this initiative, the European University of the Atlantic (UNEATLANTICO), the Ibero-American University Foundation (FUNIBER) and the International Ibero-American University of Puerto Rico (UNIB) reaffirm their commitment to promoting education and culture. Through projects like this, these institutions continue to promote access to knowledge and strengthen their role as leaders in the academic and cultural spheres of the region.
